Which of the Following Attitudes Toward Abortion Is Held by a Slight

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which of the following attitudes toward abortion is held by a slight majority of Americans?

• A)Abortion does not matter to them in any way.
• B)Abortion should be legal under any circumstances.
• C)Abortion should be illegal in all circumstances.
• D)Abortion should be legal under certain circumstances.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

The mental discomfort experienced by a person who holds two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time.

Stereotypes

Oversimplified and widely held beliefs about the characteristics of a group of people, often leading to prejudgments and discrimination.

Human Thinking

The process by which humans form thoughts, make decisions, solve problems, and engage in various forms of cognition.

Cognitive Dissonance

The mental discomfort experienced by a person who holds two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time.