Which of the following defensive behaviors involves developing explanations that lessen one's responsibility for a negative outcome and apologizing to demonstrate remorse?

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Justifying involves developing explanations that lessen one's responsibility for a negative outcome. Apologizing demonstrates remorse, indicating an individual is taking accountability for their actions. Therefore, the combination of justifying and apologizing is the appropriate defensive behavior.

Which of the Following Defensive Behaviors Involves Developing Explanations That