Which of the following would result in cognitive dissonance?
A) Wearing glasses is dignified; a respected political leader wears glasses.
B) Dresses are feminine; Reese Witherspoon wears dresses.
C) Pink shirts are considered feminine; Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson wears pink shirts.
D) Orange juice is healthy; I love orange juice.

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The statement presents two conflicting ideas; that pink shirts are considered feminine and that a typically masculine figure such as Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson wears pink shirts. This creates cognitive dissonance as it challenges the individual's beliefs and expectations.

Which of the Following Would Result in Cognitive Dissonance