Michael was cut from his high school basketball team. He...

Michael was cut from his high school basketball team. He told his friends that he was cut because the coach did not like him, but his close friends know Michael was cut because he hardly ever practiced. In this situation, Michael's excuse is an example of $a(n)$ ____________ frustration, while the fact he despises practicing is an example of $a(n)$ ____________ frustration. a. personal; external b. external; personal c. internal; external d. personal; internal

Michael was cut from his high school basketball team. He told his friends that he was cut because the coach did not like him, but his close friends know Michael was cut because he hardly ever practiced. In this situation, Michael's excuse is an example of $a(n)$ ____________ frustration, while the fact he despises practicing is an example of $a(n)$ ____________ frustration.
a. personal; external
b. external; personal
c. internal; external
d. personal; internal

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Attribution Theory

Attribution Theory deals with how people explain the causes of behavior and events. It distinguishes between attributing outcomes to one's own personal traits or actions (internal attributions) and to external situations or environmental influences (external attributions), helping to understand how individuals maintain their self-esteem and rationalize success or failure.

External Attribution

External attribution is the process of explaining an event or outcome by citing outside factors, such as situational influences or the actions of others. In cases of negative feedback or failure, individuals may externalize blame to protect their self-image by attributing the cause to factors beyond their control.

Internal Attribution

Internal attribution involves explaining behavior by referencing personal characteristics, such as abilities or effort. When individuals acknowledge their own shortcomings or personal faults as reasons for a negative outcome, they are engaging in internal attribution, recognizing that their own actions or attitudes played a role in the result.

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