The Discounting Principle of Attribution States That People

question 39

Multiple Choice

The discounting principle of attribution states that people:

• A) disparage those who habitually criticize them
• B) tend not to believe information from unreliable sources
• C) respond negatively to those who criticize them
• D) tend to accept the most likely cause and set aside other possible causes
• E) all of the above

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Definitions:

Guilt

A feeling of responsibility or remorse for some offense, crime, wrong, whether real or imagined.

Authoritative

In parenting, a style characterized by high responsiveness and high demands, balancing strict rules with emotional warmth and flexibility.

Indulgent

Characterized by or showing indulgence; being overly generous or lenient, particularly in the context of parenting styles.

Managerial Role

A set of specific behaviors and responsibilities expected from an individual managing at any level in an organization, including planning, organizing, leading, and controlling.