The A-B-C theory of personality suggests that emotional consequences are largely created by
A) a significant precipitating event.
B) biological predispositions.
C) one's beliefs.
D) unconscious conflict between aggressive and inhibitory impulses.

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The A-B-C theory of personality posits that emotional consequences are largely created by one's beliefs. A refers to Activating event (or objective situation), B represents Beliefs (interpretation or perception of the event), and C stands for Consequences (emotional, behavioral, or cognitive responses to the beliefs). Therefore, it is not simply the objective event but one's subjective appraisal of it that determines the emotional outcome. The theory is widely used in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients understand and modify their maladaptive thinking patterns that contribute to negative emotions and behaviors.

The A-B-C Theory of Personality Suggests That Emotional Consequences Are