Jane's eight-year-old son brought a note home from school stating that he was involved in a fight at recess. Which statement is an example of an external attribution that Jane might make to explain her son's behaviour?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This statement attributes the cause of the fight to external factors, such as the other child's behavior.

Answer: C 
 This statement attributes the cause of the fight to internal factors, such as the child's lack of self-control.

Answer: D 
 This statement attributes the cause of the fight to inherited traits from the child's father, which may not be accurate or helpful in addressing the behavior.

The best choice is A, as it attributes the behavior to external factors and shows understanding and empathy for the child's actions.

Jane's Eight-Year-Old Son Brought a Note Home from School Stating