Which of the following pairs is most likely to show the greatest amount of dissonance?
A) Jess, who is a great dancer, and her friend Holly, who is a great artist
B) Jakov, who is a mediocre student, and his friend Akhim, who is a mediocre student
C) Kristoff, who is an average student, and his little brother Kavo, who is an excellent student
D) Chrislyn, who is an average singer, and Bart, who is a great guitarist

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Dissonance is likely to be greatest in situations where there is a noticeable disparity or conflict in abilities or beliefs between individuals, especially in closely related or comparable fields. In option C, the contrast between Kristoff's average academic performance and his little brother Kavo's excellence in the same domain (academics) is likely to create a sense of dissonance or tension, particularly due to the competitive or comparative nature of academic achievement within families. The other options present pairs with either complementary skills or similar levels of ability, which are less likely to generate significant dissonance.

Which of the Following Pairs Is Most Likely to Show