Frazier is listening to a persuasive speech on assisted suicide. With the new information presented in the speech, he is learning more about the problem and begins to question his own opinion. What is the best term for what Frazier is experiencing?
A) Values erosion
B) Cognitive dissonance
C) Predetermined motivation
D) Credibility deterioration

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Frazier is experiencing cognitive dissonance, which is the mental discomfort or anxiety caused by a discrepancy between a person's beliefs and their actions or new information that conflicts with their beliefs. In this case, Frazier's new knowledge about assisted suicide is causing him to question his previously held opinion on the topic. Values erosion refers to a gradual decline in a person's values or principles, which is not applicable in this scenario. Predetermined motivation and credibility deterioration are not relevant to Frazier's experience with the persuasive speech.

Frazier Is Listening to a Persuasive Speech on Assisted Suicide