Jed has been working so hard that he forgot Abby's birthday.Though Abby is disappointed,she is not hurt.She decides that he forgot her birthday because he is so dedicated to his work,not because he does not care about her.Abby is engaged in _____,by making a _____ attribution.

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Abby is accommodating to Jed's behavior by making a partner-enhancing attribution. She is adjusting her perception of the situation to maintain a positive view of Jed as a partner who is dedicated to his work. This type of attribution will maintain their relationship, since Abby is not assigning a negative intent to Jed's forgetfulness.

Jed Has Been Working So Hard That He Forgot Abby's