An external attribution for poor performance is MORE likely when ________.
A) the subordinate has prior history of poor performance on similar tasks
B) the subordinate performs other tasks ineffectively
C) the subordinate is doing as well as other people who are in a similar situation
D) the effects of failures or mistakes are serious or harmful

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External attribution for poor performance is more likely when the individual's performance is similar to that of others in the same situation, suggesting that external factors (rather than personal ability or effort) are influencing the outcome.

An External Attribution for Poor Performance Is MORE Likely When