Asked by Mitchell Watkins on Sep 24, 2024

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"I received a good mark because I got lucky on this one exam" is NOT an example of a(n) ______ attribution.

A) external
B) internal
C) unstable
D) specific

Specific

Clearly defined or identified; distinct from others or from the general case.

External

Related to, situated on, or derived from the outside of something or someone, often considered in relation to external influences or environments.

Internal

pertains to occurring or existing within the limits or boundaries of something; often referring to processes or features within an organization or an individual.

  • Understand the role of attribution styles in optimism and pessimism and their impact on personal outcomes.
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Andres Cabreraabout 6 hours ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Attributing success to luck is an example of an external attribution, where the cause of an event is attributed to factors outside the individual. Internal attribution would involve attributing success to one's own abilities or efforts, which is not the case in the given statement.