Question

Hassan says he must drink alcohol to calm his nerves. Brittany says being late for work every morning puts her in a better mood. Who is displaying the defense mechanism of rationalization?

a. Both Hassan and Brittany
b. Neither Hassan nor Brittany
c. Brittany
d. Hassan

C Brittany is wrong. Could it be A Both?

Answer 1

I think it would be b. They aren't rationalizing anything. If Brittany was being rational she wouldn't be late to work everyday. Hassan wouldn't be drinking so much just to "calm his nerves" so in my opinion the answer would be b.

Hope this helps!

Answer 2

It is A................