The book discussed how cognitive dissonance theory explained negative stereotyping because those in power
A) desire to conceal their abuse.
B) can point to cognitive dissonance as causing their behavior.
C) feel hostility toward the targets of their negative behavior.
D) are able to justify their negative behavior.

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Cognitive dissonance theory suggests that individuals justify their negative behavior to resolve the discomfort caused by holding two conflicting beliefs, in this case, the belief in fairness and the act of stereotyping.

The Book Discussed How Cognitive Dissonance Theory Explained Negative Stereotyping