According to the theory of cognitive dissonance, people try to

A) gain as much information as they can before they form an opinion.
B) find ways to convert their attitudes into action.
C) minimize the conflict between their contradictory attitudes.
D) associate with people whose opinions are different from their own.

Cognitive Dissonance

The psychological unease felt by someone who simultaneously harbors conflicting beliefs, ideas, or values.

Contradictory Attitudes

Holding conflicting beliefs or feelings towards a particular subject, object, or person.

Conflict

A situation or process through which individuals, groups, or ideas are in opposition and engaged in a struggle for dominance, agreement, or resolution.