Which one of the following statements best describes cognitive dissonance theory?

A) "People don't like to be hypocrites."
B) "People are very stubborn about holding onto their attitudes."
C) "People have a hard time seeing things from others' perspective."
D) "People prefer others who share their opinions and attitudes."

Cognitive dissonance theory suggests that individuals experience discomfort (dissonance) when they hold two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time, or when their actions do not align with their beliefs. This discomfort often leads to an alteration in one of the beliefs or behaviors to reduce the dissonance. The statement "People don't like to be hypocrites" closely aligns with this concept, as being hypocritical would involve a misalignment between one's beliefs and actions, causing cognitive dissonance.