The Fundamental Attribution Error Refers to Our Tendency to Underestimate

question 1

Multiple Choice

The fundamental attribution error refers to our tendency to underestimate the impact of ________ and to overestimate the impact of ________ in explaining the behavior of others.

• A) attitudes;cognitive dissonance
• B) cognitive dissonance;attitudes
• C) personal dispositions;situational influences
• D) situational influences;personal dispositions

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