According to the Theory of Cognitive Dissonance, Attitudes Are Changed

question 499

Multiple Choice

According to the theory of cognitive dissonance, attitudes are changed because

• A) emotionally persuasive arguments unfreeze beliefs.
• B) logical arguments alter the belief component of an attitude.
• C) clashing thoughts cause discomfort.
• D) actions contrary to one's beliefs cause behavior to improve.

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