Which One of the Following Best Illustrates a Hostile Attributional

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following best illustrates a hostile attributional bias?

• A) Howard thinks that other students will like him better if he projects a "tough guy" image.
• B) When Isaac accidentally brushes by Jana in the hall, Jana assumes that Isaac is intentionally trying to hurt her.
• C) Kenneth gets a thrill out of threatening children younger than himself and watching them squirm.
• D) Linda spreads malicious gossip whenever she hears it; on some occasions, she starts unkind rumors herself.

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