Which Statement Would Be Most Likely to Create a State

question 228

Multiple Choice

Which statement would be most likely to create a state of cognitive dissonance, as defined by social psychologists?

• A) Believing that "honesty is the best policy," but cheating on a test
• B) Learning that you were right about something
• C) Finding out that your partner is buying you a nice anniversary present
• D) Wanting something particular for a birthday gift and not getting it

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