With self-handicapping, a person's failures are discounted because
A) external factors appear to have created the problem.
B) the person appears weak internally.
C) the person has ingratiated himself or herself to the target.
D) the person appears to be highly self-confident.

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With self-handicapping, a person's failures are discounted because external factors appear to have created the problem. This allows the person to maintain their self-esteem and avoid taking full responsibility for their failure.

With Self-Handicapping, a Person's Failures Are Discounted Because