In Weiner's attribution theory, achievement-related results initially produce the _____ effect, in which the outcome itself triggers happiness or sadness, depending on success or failure.
A) attribution independent
B) uncontrollable attribution
C) task difficulty
D) achievement recognition

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Weiner's attribution theory posits that the initial reaction to achievement-related results is an emotional response (happiness or sadness) that is independent of the attributions (reasons or causes) assigned to the outcome. This initial emotional response is termed "attribution independent" because it occurs before any analysis or reasoning about why the outcome happened.

In Weiner's Attribution Theory, Achievement-Related Results Initially Produce the _____