Cindy Recently Played in a Softball Game in Which She

question 13

Multiple Choice

Cindy recently played in a softball game in which she misplayed a ground ball for an error.Later, in the same game, she made a great catch on a very difficult play.According to the self-serving bias, she would attribute her error to _____ and her good catch to her _____.

• A)bad fielding skills/luck
• B)bad fielding skills/good fielding skills
• C)a bad bounce/luck
• D)a bad bounce/good fielding skills

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Definitions:

Conscious Awareness

The human ability to be fully cognizant of one’s thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, enabling a sense of self and the environment.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by problems with focus, hyperactivity, and impulsive behavior.

Mental Resources

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Attended Stimuli

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