When people's actions and beliefs challenge their self-worth, they experience a feeling known as __________.
A) defensive attribution
B) low self-esteem
C) affective ambivalence
D) cognitive dissonance

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Cognitive dissonance occurs when there is a conflict between a person's actions and beliefs, leading to discomfort because it challenges their self-worth or self-image. This psychological phenomenon drives individuals to seek consistency between their beliefs and behaviors.

When People's Actions and Beliefs Challenge Their Self-Worth, They Experience