Once we make a decision or choice, and feel some cognitive dissonance,
A) we form additional reasons for that decision or choice.
B) we begin to doubt our reasons for making that decision or choice.
C) we become less confident about the decision or choice.
D) the option we did not choose becomes more attractive.

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When we experience cognitive dissonance after making a decision or choice, we tend to justify it by forming additional reasons to support our decision. This helps to reduce the discomfort caused by the conflicting thoughts or beliefs. This phenomenon is known as the post-decisional dissonance or the decision justification effect. Therefore, option A is the best choice.

Once We Make a Decision or Choice, and Feel Some