Which of the Following Statements Is NOT True About Defensive

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is NOT true about defensive reasoning?

• A) It is used to avoid risk and the appearance of incompetence.
• B) It typically results in an emphasis on winning.
• C) It leads to cognitive dissonance.
• D) It is often irrational.

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