In the context of cognitive dissonance theory,one can reduce dissonance after making important decisions by _____.
A)criticizing all the available choices or options
B)downgrading the unchosen option
C)overlooking the chosen alternative
D)studying the attributes of the unchosen options

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Downgrading the unchosen option is a common way to reduce dissonance after making an important decision. This can involve convincing oneself that the chosen option was clearly the better choice and that the unchosen option was actually less appealing or less desirable than originally thought. Criticizing all available choices or overlooking the chosen alternative are not effective ways to reduce dissonance, and studying the attributes of the unchosen options could actually increase dissonance by highlighting potential benefits or advantages of alternative choices.

In the Context of Cognitive Dissonance Theory,one Can Reduce Dissonance