Which of the following is an example of cognitive dissonance?

A. Kimmy knew she wanted a specific dress for the prom, but she had to settle for a different one.
B. Patricia has always been against abortion, but then she gets pregnant and decides to have one. Now she says abortions are sometimes justified.
C. Alex enjoys racing, and finds he does better when he races against another runner.
D. Daniel didn't know if he would like hockey, but after going to a game, he found he enjoyed it.

Question

Which of the following is an example of cognitive dissonance?

A. Kimmy knew she wanted a specific dress for the prom, but she had to settle for a different one.
 B. Patricia has always been against abortion, but then she gets pregnant and decides to have one. Now she says abortions are sometimes justified.
 C. Alex enjoys racing, and finds he does better when he races against another runner.
 D. Daniel didn't know if he would like hockey, but after going to a game, he found he enjoyed it.

YoursTruly · Answer

B sounds most accurate

Arcadiouse · Answer

Damn, is this psych 2 or psych 1?

tigerlover · Answer

Just Psycology

Arcadiouse · Answer

Hnmmm mk.  I took psych 1 and dont know much of this lol.  I am taking psych 2 next year/