Why did the participants in Festinger and Carlsmith's experiment come to believe their lies when paid $1, but did not when paid $20?
A. The $1 group experienced more guilt.
B. The $20 group experienced more cognitive dissonance.
C. The $1 group experienced more cognitive dissonance.
D. The $20 group was more resentful about having to lie.
Answer: C
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