Connie was against the use of animals for testing cosmetics.She believed that it amounted to cruelty toward animals.She worked in a certain organization as it was known for using alternative testing methods.When a special research team revealed that the firm actually used animals for testing purposes,she experienced a psychological discomfort.This discomfort Connie experienced is an example of ________.
A)mood contagion
B)cognitive dissonance
C)constructive stress
D)destructive stress
E)workplace rage

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Connie's belief that using animals for testing cosmetics is cruel conflicts with the fact that her organization actually uses animals for testing. This conflict creates psychological discomfort known as cognitive dissonance.

Connie Was Against the Use of Animals for Testing Cosmetics