After winning a big competition at work, Fred dismisses the compliments he receives by saying, "Oh, it's nothing. Anyone could have done it!" His cognitive error is ______.

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Fred's cognitive error is disqualifying the positive, as he is dismissing the positive feedback he is receiving about his achievement. He is downplaying his success and not allowing himself to acknowledge and enjoy his accomplishment.

After Winning a Big Competition at Work, Fred Dismisses the Compliments