Which of the Following Defensive Behaviors Involves Developing Explanations That

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following defensive behaviors involves developing explanations that lessen one's responsibility for a negative outcome and apologizing to demonstrate remorse?

• A) overconfirming
• B) stretching
• C) scapegoating
• D) misrepresenting
• E) justifying

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Definitions:

Somatic Motor System

Part of the peripheral nervous system that transmits signals from the central nervous system to skeletal muscles, facilitating voluntary muscle movements.

Postganglionic Neuron

Autonomic neuron that has its cell body located within an autonomic ganglion and sends its axon to an effector organ.

Sympathetic Impulses

Nerve impulses that stimulate the body's fight or flight response, part of the autonomic nervous system.

Blood Pressure

The force exerted by circulating blood upon the walls of blood vessels, a critical indicator of cardiovascular health.