In a Musical Performance, Ayube Makes a Small Mistake

question 112

Multiple Choice

In a musical performance, Ayube makes a small mistake. Research on the self-reference effect suggests Ayube will

• A) underestimate how much the audience noticed.
• B) overestimate how much the audience noticed.
• C) feel like he is a failure.
• D) act as though it did not occur.

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