When asked to explain our own behaviors, self-perception processes are more likely to operate when our feelings are __________ and when we __________.
A) weak or unclear; list the reasons for those feelings
B) clear; engage in introspection
C) weak or unclear; think about the situation and our behavior
D) clear; think about the situation and our behavior

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Self-perception processes are more likely to operate when our feelings are weak or unclear, and when we think about the situation and our behavior, as we may not have a strong internal cue and thus look to our behavior and the context to understand our feelings and actions.

When Asked to Explain Our Own Behaviors, Self-Perception Processes Are