Alyce believes very strongly that the public school system offers students the best opportunities to develop mentally,emotionally,and physically.Which of the following,if true,would cause Alyce the most cognitive dissonance?
A)Research reveals that students from public schools make up 80% of college students in the country.
B)Homeschooled students fare better on standardized tests, and are more mature than students in the public school system.
C)Colleges consider a variety of qualifications during the admission process, in which academic performance plays only a small part.
D)Students from non-public school backgrounds often have trouble fitting in when they enter colleges.
E)A majority of students entering college are motivated by monetary concerns rather than a desire for education.

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This statement directly contradicts Alyce's belief that public schools offer the best opportunities for students to develop mentally, emotionally, and physically. If homeschooled students fare better on standardized tests and are more mature than students in the public school system, it challenges Alyce's belief that public schools are the best option. This presents the most significant cognitive dissonance.

Alyce Believes Very Strongly That the Public School System Offers