____________ is a mental state of anxiety that occurs when there is a conflict among an individual's various cognitions.
A) Imperceptible conflict
B) Conceptual apprehension
C) Cognitive apprehension
D) Cognitive dissonance

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Cognitive dissonance is the mental state of anxiety that occurs when there is a conflict among an individual's various cognitions. These cognitions could be thoughts, beliefs, values or behaviors. The discomfort caused by cognitive dissonance creates a motivational force for individuals to reduce the inconsistency by either changing their thoughts or behavior.

____________ Is a Mental State of Anxiety That Occurs When