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Rashim is viewed by most people he knows as rude, brusque, and completely unconcerned with other people's feelings. He, in contrast, describes himself as efficient and task-oriented. Rahim's self-description best reflects the motive to
 
  a. justify our failed efforts.
  b. justify our past behavior.
  c. perceive the world accurately.
  d. succeed at any cost.

Question 2

What is one likely, undesirable consequence of foregoing accuracy in favor of justifying our past behaviors? Justifying past behavior can
 
  a. decrease the probability of learning from past experiences.
  b. cause us to totally distort reality.
  c. decrease our self-esteem.
  d. decrease our self-confidence in social situations.


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polinasid

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A


nelaaney

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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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