We Make Self-Serving Attributions for All of the Following Reasons

question 132

Multiple Choice

We make self-serving attributions for all of the following reasons EXCEPT that we

• A) are concerned with obtaining accurate feedback about ourselves to use in making future decisions.
• B) try to maintain our self-esteem whenever possible.
• C) want other people to think well of us.
• D) have more information available to us than others do about our past history of successes.

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Definitions:

Past Obligation

Obligations or duties that were required or expected to be fulfilled in the past.

Additional Consideration

Additional consideration involves extra benefits or compensation provided beyond the initial agreement, often to amend or enhance a contract.

Implied Contract

A contract formed in whole or in part from the conduct of the parties, rather than from written or spoken words.

Modified Amount

An adjusted sum of money that has been changed from its original figure for specific reasons or conditions.