Which one of these statements about attributions during conflict is accurate?
A) Attributional processes are fairly inactive during times of conflict.
B) During conflict, partners often selectively recall information that serves their own interests.
C) During times of conflict, partners tend to take a very positive and benign view of each other's behavior.
D) Couples typically make very few attributions during times of conflict.

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During conflict, partners often selectively recall information that serves their own interests. This means that people tend to attribute negative behavior to their partner and selectively remember times when their partner has done something wrong. They may also ignore or downplay their own negative behavior in the conflict.

Which One of These Statements About Attributions During Conflict Is