The Tendency to Make External Attributions for One's Own Failures

question 30

Multiple Choice

The tendency to make external attributions for one's own failures, yet make internal attributions for one's successes is called

• A)fundamental attribution error.
• B)actor/observer difference.
• C)self-serving bias.
• D)fallacy of the single cause.

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Definitions:

Regulation of Feelings

The management or control of one's emotions to adapt to various situations or achieve emotional stability.

Practical Intelligence

Refers to the ability to solve everyday problems by utilizing knowledge gained from experience in order to effectively deal with new and unfamiliar situations.

Sternberg's Triarchic Theory

A theory of intelligence proposing that human intelligence comprises three aspects: analytical, creative, and practical.

Real-World Demands

Refers to the practical requirements or pressures imposed by everyday life outside of a controlled environment.