Research has shown that when fate (e.g., a flip of a coin) determines the allocation of rewards for completing a task, participants will often __________.
A) feel empathy for the "loser" and share their rewards
B) convince themselves that the "loser" didn't do a fair share of the work
C) share their winnings to bolster their belief in a just world
D) revise their stereotypes of the "loser"

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Research indicates that when rewards are allocated by chance, individuals may rationalize the outcome by convincing themselves that the "loser" did not contribute equally or fairly to the task at hand. This cognitive bias helps them justify the unequal distribution of rewards.

Research Has Shown That When Fate (E