In explaining our own behavior or the behavior of those we know well,we often resort to

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Situational attributions are explanations for behavior based on external factors such as the situation a person is in or the events happening around them. When we explain our own or others' behavior, we often consider the situational factors that may have influenced it. Personality attributions (A) focus solely on individual traits and characteristics, while role-playing (B) refers to assuming a particular role or identity in a given situation. Cognitive dissonance (C) is the discomfort or tension we feel when our attitudes or beliefs do not align with our actions. None of these concepts are as commonly relied upon to explain behavior as situational attributions.

In Explaining Our Own Behavior or the Behavior of Those