Luis picks up a pack of cigarettes and reads,"Cigarette smoking is harmful to your health." Which of the following statements would lead one to believe Luis is experiencing cognitive dissonance?

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Option C suggests that Luis is experiencing cognitive dissonance as he knows smoking is harmful to his health, but he can't stop doing it. This conflicting thought and behavior create dissonance in his mind. Options A and B may indicate a lack of knowledge or denial of the facts, while option D suggests that the person does not believe the stated fact, but none of these options suggest cognitive dissonance.

Luis Picks Up a Pack of Cigarettes and Reads,"Cigarette Smoking