Roberto blames his genes from his parents, his thyroid medication, and the convenience of fast-food eating for his rapid weight gain. Roberto is demonstrating a(n):

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Roberto is attributing his weight gain to factors outside his personal control (genes, medication, and the convenience of fast food), which is indicative of an external locus of control. This means he believes that his behavior and its consequences are driven by external factors rather than his own actions.

Roberto Blames His Genes from His Parents, His Thyroid Medication