Self-Deceiving Excuses or Justifications Used to Explain Unacceptable Behavior That

question 329

Multiple Choice

Self-deceiving excuses or justifications used to explain unacceptable behavior that exonerate us from blame and guilt are examples of ______.

• A) projection
• B) rationalization
• C) reaction formation
• D) displacement

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