Which of the Following Is an Example of Cognitive Dissonance

question 203

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of cognitive dissonance?

• A) You are a lousy cook but you keep trying different recipes.
• B) You believe that reality TV is for morons but are addicted to American Idol and watch every episode.
• C) You dislike doing exercise but do it anyway to improve your health.
• D) You are polite and civil to people you dislike.

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Definitions:

Checks and Balances

A system in democratic governments designed to prevent any one branch from gaining excessive power by providing each branch with the authority to check the actions of the others.

Judicial Branch

The branch of government responsible for interpreting the law and administering justice through courts and other judicial institutions.

Constitutional

Related to, governed by, or in accordance with a constitution, which is the fundamental principles or established precedents guiding a state or organization.

Constitutions

Legal documents or sets of principles that outline the fundamental laws governing a country or other organization, specifying how the entity is to be governed and defining the rights of its citizens or members.