Which of the Following Individuals Is Showing the Self-Serving Bias

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following individuals is showing the self-serving bias?

• A) Eira, who believed that she passed a test because it was easy but then failed her assignment because her prof marked it unfairly
• B) Hannah, who believes the waiter spilled her drink because he was clumsy but believed when she spilled her own drink it was because the glass was slippery
• C) Rupan, who believes that she swerved to avoid hitting a deer and missed due to her fast reflexes but then ended up going off the road because the sun got in her eyes
• D) Sacha, who believes that she dropped a glass because she was clumsy but then washed a sink full of glasses because she felt guilty

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Definitions:

Extraversion Introversion

A dimension of personality describing an individual's level of sociability and preference for outer activity versus inner reflection.

Stimulating Environment

Surroundings that provide intellectual, sensory, or social stimulation, contributing to cognitive and emotional growth and well-being.

External Disturbances

Events or influences originating outside a system or individual that can cause changes or disruptions in behavior or processes.

Preferred Arousal

The level of stimulation or excitement that an individual finds optimal for their functioning and well-being.