____________ refers to a self-protection strategy in which we are likely to believe that external factors are responsible for situations in which we perform poorly.

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Self-serving attribution refers to the tendency to attribute our successes to internal factors (such as our abilities) and our failures to external factors (such as bad luck or difficult circumstances). This self-protection strategy allows us to maintain a positive self-image and avoid feelings of guilt or shame.

____________ Refers to a Self-Protection Strategy in Which We Are