One night a young couple gets into a loud fight, disturbing their neighbors. Which of these explanations falls on the person side of the person–situation debate?

a. They were both aggressive types.
b. She just told him she is unexpectedly pregnant.
c. They must have been drinking.
d. It was the end of the semester, so they were stressed and tired.


Answer: A

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