Making up excuses for failure is referred to as:
A) self-attributing
B) self-handicapping
C) delusional attribution
D) image defense

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Self-handicapping refers to the habit of creating or emphasizing obstacles or reasons why one might fail in order to protect one's self-image and reduce the perceived impact of failure. This can manifest as making up excuses or attributing failure to external factors beyond one's control.

Making Up Excuses for Failure Is Referred to As