When We Have a Self-Serving Bias, We Attribute Failure and Other

question 21

Multiple Choice

When we have a self-serving bias, we attribute failure and other bad events that happen to us to ____________, but we attribute success and other good events to ____________.

• A) distinctive factors; global factors.
• B) permanent circumstances; temporary circumstances.
• C) controllable circumstances; uncontrollable circumstances.
• D) external circumstances; ourselves.

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Definitions:

Stroke

A medical condition caused by interruption in blood supply to the brain, leading to cellular death and possible lasting damage.

Lupus

An autoimmune disease where the body's immune system attacks its own tissues, causing inflammation, pain, and damage in various parts of the body.

Drowned

Refers to death by submersion in and inhalation of water or another liquid, typically resulting from the inability to breathe under water.

Incapable Of Coping

A state where an individual or group lacks the ability to effectively manage or handle stressful situations or challenges.