Optimism and Defensive Pessimism

question 41

Multiple Choice

Optimism and defensive pessimism

• A) are not personality variables.
• B) are global, decontextualized personality variables.
• C) are contextualized personality variables.
• D) none of the above.

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Definitions:

Wax Tablet

An ancient writing surface consisting of a wooden frame filled with wax, used for documents, notes, or writing exercises.

Memory Reliability

The degree to which memory is accurate and free from errors, often questioned in legal and psychological contexts.

Witness Certainty

The level of confidence a witness has in their recollection or identification during legal proceedings.

Induced Memories

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