MrsBeatty Keeps an Extremely Clean and Tidy House

question 61

Short Answer

Mrs.Beatty keeps an extremely clean and tidy house.One neighbor says she's compulsive; Mrs.Beatty,though,says that her job forces her to stay organized,and that she wants to set a good example for her children.These contrasting explanations illustrate the difference between _____ and situational attributions.

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Definitions:

Personal Strivings

An individual's efforts to achieve personal goals that express their self-identity.

Personal Projects

Refers to the self-initiated and organized tasks or goals that an individual pursues, reflecting personal values and aspirations.

Panic Button Effect

The psychological response or relief felt when an individual believes they have an immediate means of escape or help in a stressful situation.

Narcissistic

Characterized by an excessive preoccupation with oneself and an inflated sense of self-importance.