Optimists Tend to Use Alternative Thinking To__________

question 120

Multiple Choice

Optimists tend to use alternative thinking to__________.

• A)come up with explanations that do not reflect badly on them personally for why undesirable events occur
• B)make themselves feel better by comparing their performance to that of less competent others
• C)find a scapegoat
• D)improve their cognitive abilities

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Definitions:

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