When individuals receive negative feedback because of poor past performance they often perceive it as a(n):

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Negative feedback about poor performance is often perceived as a threat to one's self-esteem and reputation. This can trigger defensive reactions such as denial or blaming others. Therefore, option B is the most suitable answer. Option A (boon) implies that negative feedback is somehow beneficial or rewarding, which is unlikely to be the case. Option C (internal attribution) and option D (external attribution) refer to causal explanations for events, but do not capture the emotional or behavioral reactions that individuals have to feedback. Option E (none of the above) is too general and does not provide a specific answer.

When Individuals Receive Negative Feedback Because of Poor Past Performance