Cognitive Dissonance Is Most Accurately Described as Stemming from ____

question 184

Multiple Choice

Cognitive dissonance is most accurately described as stemming from ____.

• A) social pressure to conform
• B) fear of appearing foolish
• C) the need to get along with the group
• D) inconsistencies among attitudes or between attitudes and behavior

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