The Defense Mechanism in Which Self-Justifying Explanations Replace the Real,unconscious

question 164

Multiple Choice

The defense mechanism in which self-justifying explanations replace the real,unconscious reasons for actions is

• A) projection.
• B) denial.
• C) rationalization.
• D) displacement.

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Net Cash Flows

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Internal Rate of Return

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Capital Budgeting

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Net Present Value

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