In Rotter's theory, _____ individuals perceive rewards and punishments as resulting from their own actions, and _____ individuals perceive rewards and punishments as resulting from sources beyond their control.

A) internal; external
B) external; unconscious
C) strong; weak
D) external; internal

Internal

Pertaining to or happening within an entity, often used in contrast with external factors or influences.

External

refers to something situated on the outside, or beyond the internal or personal; in psychology, it often pertains to factors or influences that originate outside the individual.