Cognitive dissonance creates a problem that can be described as:
A) Inconsistency between thoughts and beliefs and our intended actions
B) Consistency between thoughts and beliefs and our intended actions
C) Reducing the importance of the beliefs and attitudes on our actions
D) Acquiring new information that outweighs the dissonant beliefs

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Cognitive dissonance occurs when there is inconsistency or conflict between our thoughts/beliefs and our intended actions. This creates a psychological discomfort that motivates us to resolve the dissonance by changing our beliefs or behaviors to improve consistency. Option B is incorrect as it describes consistency, which is the opposite of cognitive dissonance. Option C is incorrect as it describes a potential outcome of resolving cognitive dissonance rather than the problem itself. Option D is only one possible way to resolve cognitive dissonance but does not describe the problem itself.

Cognitive Dissonance Creates a Problem That Can Be Described As