Because dissonance reduction processes are mostly unconscious, people __________.
A) tend to use them as coping strategies
B) often will overestimate how badly negative feedback may affect them
C) usually will put a lot of effort into reducing cognitive dissonance
D) must change their behaviors, not their thoughts, to reduce feelings of dissonance

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Dissonance reduction processes happen mostly unconsciously, so people may not realize how they are attempting to reduce their discomfort. As a result, they may overestimate the potential negative impact of feedback, as they overuse bias to protect their self-image.

Because Dissonance Reduction Processes Are Mostly Unconscious, People __________