Both Jonas and Miranda received 75 percent on their biology exam. Jonas is very upset by this grade as he was hoping to score around 90 percent, whereas Miranda is celebrating her success as she thinks that any passing grade is just fine. According to Ellis, differences in how we respond to the same event stem largely from differences in

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Ellis's theory of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy states that our belief systems shape how we perceive and respond to events. Therefore, differences in how Jonas and Miranda respond to the same event (receiving a 75 percent on their biology exam) can be attributed to their belief systems. Jonas holds the belief that getting a 75 percent is a failure, whereas Miranda holds the belief that any passing grade is acceptable.

Both Jonas and Miranda Received 75 Percent on Their Biology