Research suggests that when it comes to our own performance, most of us first attribute our bad performance to
A)inadequate training.
B)poor motivation.
C)external constraints.
D)lack of ability.

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Research indicates that people tend to attribute their failures or poor performance to external factors or constraints rather than to their own lack of ability, motivation, or inadequate training. This is known as the self-serving bias, where individuals attribute positive outcomes to internal factors and negative outcomes to external factors to maintain self-esteem.

Research Suggests That When It Comes to Our Own Performance