Sonia Works as a Lab Research Assistant at Frost Labs

question 60

Multiple Choice

Sonia works as a lab research assistant at Frost Labs, which conducts trials for cosmetic products such as sprays, dyes, ointments, soaps, and the like. She joined the firm right out of college and has been working there for almost two years now.
-Which of the following, if true, would weaken the argument that Sonia is experiencing cognitive dissonance?

• A) She believes that beauty is merely a superficial aspect of one's personality.
• B) She does not wear makeup as she is aware of the ingredients that go into making these products.
• C) She recently attended a presentation on the harmful effects of certain chemicals used in cosmetics.
• D) She believes that research and testing are an integral part of providing consumers with safe products.
• E) She feels that this field of work does not allow her to utilize her full potential.

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