Which of the following would result in cognitive dissonance?

A. Wearing glasses is dignified; a respected political leader wears glasses.
B. Dresses are feminine; Reese Witherspoon wears dresses.
C. Pink shirts are considered feminine; Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson wears pink shirts.
D. Orange juice is healthy; I love orange juice.


Answer: C

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