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.
ANSWER: c
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