A Father Suggests That His Son's Low Marks in School

question 175

Multiple Choice

A father suggests that his son's low marks in school are because the boy has always been lazy.What type of attribution has the father made

• A) internal-unstable 
• B) internal-stable 
• C) external-unstable 
• D) external-stable

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Definitions:

Ego

The part of the psyche that mediates between the conscious and the unconscious and is responsible for reality testing and a sense of personal identity.

Face Saving

Actions or strategies designed to preserve one's reputation or respect in the face of potential embarrassment or shame.

Overconfident

Having an excessively high opinion of one's abilities, performance, or situation, often without adequate justification.

Negotiator

A person involved in discussions aimed at reaching an agreement or resolving a conflict between parties.