One Potential Problem of Justifying Past Behavior in Order to Protect

question 55

Multiple Choice

One potential problem of justifying past behavior in order to protect our self-esteem is that __________.

• A) people tend to become narcissistic
• B) people distort reality and deny any negative information about themselves
• C) it hinders people from learning from their past mistakes
• D) it leads people to present themselves as being better than they really are

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Definitions:

Buyer

An individual or entity that purchases goods or services from another for a price.

Compounded Semi-annually

A method of calculating interest where the interest is added to the principal amount every six months, affecting subsequent interest calculations.

Accrued Interest

Interest that has been earned but not yet paid or received.

Principal

The original sum of money borrowed in a loan, or the original amount invested, excluding any interest or dividends.