Example of cognitive dissonance

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^{Which of the following is an example of cognitive dissonance?}

a. A manager gives a high performer a good raise in his salary.

b. A manager fires a person who steals from a firm.

c. A manager hires a person with terrific relevant work and educational experience.

d. A manager appraises all the employees using uniform standards, regardless of the individual's performance on-the-job.

e. A manager promotes an employee with a stellar work record.

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