The idea of cognitive dissonance explains how we __________

A) avoid contradicting group opinion.
B) maintain groupthink.
C) deal with inconsistencies in our attitudes.
D) cope with prosocial behaviors.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological phenomenon where an individual experiences discomfort from holding two or more contradictory beliefs, values, or ideas simultaneously.

Inconsistencies

Occurrences of being in conflict or not being consistent in thoughts, behaviors, or actions.

Attitudes

Mental inclinations demonstrated through assessing a specific entity with a certain level of preference or aversion.