[2026] PTE Academic Reading - Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown)
Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown) #0136
Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown)
Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown)
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Cognitive dissonance is a psychological phenomenon that occurs when an individual holds two or more beliefs or values. This state of mental discomfort often leads to an unconscious drive to the inconsistency and restore psychological balance. To achieve this, people may alter their existing attitudes or justify their behavior through reasoning that favors their current actions. For example, a person who smokes despite knowing the health risks might the severity of the danger to minimize internal conflict. Research into this field has profound for understanding human decision-making and the persistence of misinformation in social contexts.
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Test No:#0136
Difficulty:Easy
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