What Does the Theory of Cognitive Dissonance Propose

question 14

Multiple Choice

What does the theory of cognitive dissonance propose

• A) People may have declining health when exposed to small amounts of stress over time.
• B) People are motivated to change when they hold incompatible beliefs and behaviors.
• C) People of certain personality types have the ability to stay physiologically calm.
• D) People require high cognitive ability and good memories to adhere to treatment planes.

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