According to attribution theory, we use two general reasons or attributions to explain people's behavior. They are ____.
A) formalized and non-formalized attributions
B) self-serving and defensive attributions
C) objective and subjective attributions
D) internal and external attributions
E) centralized and decentralized attributions

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According to attribution theory, we make either internal attributions (i.e., we perceive someone's behavior as being caused by something within the person, such as their personality or character) or external attributions (i.e., we perceive someone's behavior as being caused by something outside of the person, such as situational factors). Choice D best reflects these two attributions.

According to Attribution Theory, We Use Two General Reasons or Attributions