When the Bond Between Two Atoms Is Due to Their

question 19

Multiple Choice

When the bond between two atoms is due to their sharing an outer-shell electron, this is called a

• A) molecular bond
• B) ionic bond
• C) compounding bond
• D) covalent bond

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Definitions:

Self-Serving Bias

A cognitive bias that involves attributing positive events to one's own character but attributing negative events to external factors, thereby protecting self-esteem.

Attributions

The process by which individuals explain the causes of behavior and events, attributing them to internal dispositions or external situations.

Favorable

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Attribution Theory

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