The volunteers accept the instructions of their leader and intend to carry out the mission. They have no ethical reservations, as they have been trained to follow orders. Which method of cognitive restructuring are the volunteers employing?

A. Dehumanization
B. Cognitive dissonance
C. Advantageous comparison
D. Displacement of responsibility


Answer: D

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