In terms of how it is experienced, cognitive dissonance most closely resembles ____.

A) an emotion or feeling of arousal
B) a gap in memory
C) an eerie feeling akin to déjà vu, clairvoyance, or communicating with ghosts
D) intense cognitive focus (i.e., being "in the zone")

Cognitive Dissonance

The psychological unease felt by someone harboring multiple conflicting beliefs, ideas, or values simultaneously.

Feeling of Arousal

A physiological and psychological state of being awake or reactive to stimuli, often associated with sexual desire.

Intense Cognitive Focus

The mental state of being deeply engrossed or concentrated on a specific task or subject matter.