Which of the following explanatory styles would be considered most optimistic according to Seligman’s explanatory style theory? Unstable and specific explanation for a negative event Stable and global explanation for a negative event Unstable and specific explanation for a positive event Stable and specific explanation for a negative event
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According to Seligman's explanatory style theory, an optimistic explanatory style involves interpreting negative events as being unstable (temporary) and specific (limited in scope), while positive events are seen as stable (likely to persist over time) and global Show more…
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