The sense of disorganization that prompts a person to change when new information conflicts with previously organized thought patterns is
A)cognitive confusion.
B)cognitive dissonance.
C)logical dissonance.
D)reasonable disassociation.

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Cognitive dissonance refers to the psychological discomfort or tension that arises from holding two or more conflicting beliefs or values, or when new information contradicts existing beliefs. This dissonance prompts the person to change their behavior, thoughts, or attitudes in order to restore consistency or eliminate the discomfort. Choices A, C, and D are not accurate descriptions of this phenomenon.

The Sense of Disorganization That Prompts a Person to Change