Question

question 9 (1 point)
what are some of the reasons why people engage in deception?
excuse their own mistakes
to be polite to others
to influence others behaviors or perceptions
all of the above

Explanation:

People use deception to avoid accountability for their errors (excusing mistakes), to uphold social courtesy (politeness, like white lies), and to shape how others act or view situations (influencing behaviors/perceptions). All these are valid reasons for deception.

Answer:

All of the above