A wealthy homeowner who professes to be accepting of others is displeased when a minority family moves into the neighborhood. How could this be explained based on dissonance?

A. The homeowner has deep beliefs on what is right and wrong.
B. The homeowner is distancing himself from the situation.
C. The homeowner has an inner conflict that must be resolved.
D. The homeowner is consistent in the views expressed.


Answer: C

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