What is the name for progressively larger self-justifications that lead to bad outcomes?

A. rationalization trap
B. cherry-picking data
C. self-justification
D. sufficient justification


Answer: A

Psychology

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A. it has succeeded in identifying specific parameters for psychologists who want to change behavior. B. there seems to be no limit to psychologists' ability to test for biological factors. C. most of its advocates are medical doctors with an interest in treating disease. D. it makes a variety of suggestions for personality change.

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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a. germinal b. embryonic c. fetal d. zygote

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