Self-serving bias can be adaptive in that it:
A. decreases our vulnerability through illusory optimism.
B. allows us to savor the good things that happen in our lives.
C. enables us to exhibit realistic optimism about our futures.
D. prevents us from blaming others when things go wrong.
Answer: B
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