Melissa, Sally, Kathleen, and Lynne went mountain climbing. ...

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Melissa, Sally, Kathleen, and Lynne went mountain climbing. According to the self-justification approach, which one of the women would most appreciate the view from the top of the mountain?
 
  a. Melissa, who climbed while listening to arousing music on her headphones.
  b. Sally, who pulled a muscle and got scratched by thorns.
  c. Kathleen, who enjoyed seeing the different types of trees on the mountain.
  d. Lynne, who daydreamed about her husband while she climbed.

Question 2

Leslie cannot say no to anyone. Consequently she takes on too much, and doesn't fulfill her commitments as promptly as she might. Assume that when asked to explain these behaviors, Leslie is motivated to be accurate in her self-perceptions.
 
  What would she be most likely to say?
 
   a. I would have gotten everything done if my sister hadn't come to visit.
   b. You know me. I'm a go-getter who can't stand being bored.
   c. I guess I'm a bit of a pushover, and take on more than I can responsibly handle.
   d. I guess you can't teach an old dog new tricks.

[josephsuarez]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C