Thad, Jamarcus, and Willy have each been working for Davidson International for three years. While the trio started together as analysts and are all still on the same team, Jamarcus has recently been made a team lead while Willy and Thad are still in their respective positions although Willy did receive a small raise after his last performance evaluation. Willy was happy to receive the raise but felt guilty that Thad did not also get a raise. Which best describes Willy's feelings?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Willy's feelings of guilt towards Thad not receiving a raise despite both of them working in the same position and for the same duration reflects cognitive dissonance. This is the discomfort caused due to contradictory beliefs or actions, which in this case is Willy feeling good about his raise but guilty that Thad did not receive the same.

Thad, Jamarcus, and Willy Have Each Been Working for Davidson