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

The correct answer should be C. Brittany

That is because her being late is something that can easily change and wouldn't really affect her life that much. She is rational about her being late. Hassan is close to becoming an alcoholic and would be hysterical without it meaning that his decision to drink is not rational.