Optimists tend to see bad events as resulting from causes that are
A)external, temporary, and catastrophic
B)internal, permanent, and surmountable
C) external, permanent, and catastrophic
D) external, temporary, and surmountable

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Optimists are more likely to view negative events as being caused by external factors (not their own fault), as temporary (believing that things will get better), and as surmountable (believing they can overcome the challenges). This outlook helps them maintain a positive attitude towards life's challenges.

Optimists Tend to See Bad Events as Resulting from Causes