The tendency to attribute negative intent to others, especially when the actual intentions of the other child are unclear, is referred to as ____.
A) trait confluence
B) hostile attribution bias
C) reactive aggression
D) social cognitive deficit

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Hostile attribution bias refers to the tendency to interpret ambiguous social situations as intentionally hostile or aggressive. This can lead to reactive aggression and social conflict.

The Tendency to Attribute Negative Intent to Others, Especially When