Asked by Lindie Joubert on May 24, 2024

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Mr.Carlson is a politician who credits his past election victories to his own effective communication and hard work;he attributes his past election losses to factors beyond his control.His assessments best illustrate

A) reciprocal determinism.
B) narcissism.
C) self-serving bias.
D) the spotlight effect.

Election Victories

The successes achieved by political candidates or parties when they win positions of government or leadership through elections.

Effective Communication

The delivery and exchange of information or ideas in a way that is received and understood as intended by all parties involved.

Self-Serving Bias

The common habit of a person taking credit for positive events or outcomes, but blaming external factors for negative events.

  • Dissect the contribution of self-serving bias to individual evaluations and decision-making processes.
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Kirsten JohnsonMay 25, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The self-serving bias is the tendency to attribute successes to internal factors such as one's own abilities and efforts, while attributing failures to external factors beyond one's control. Mr. Carlson's behavior suggests that he is exhibiting this bias, as he takes credit for his successes but blames his failures on outside factors.