When Jason Gets an "A" on a Math Test, He

question 164

Multiple Choice

When Jason gets an "A" on a math test, he claims it is because he is smart. However, when he fails a social studies test for which he didn't study, he claims the test was too hard. His behavior is an example of the ________.

• A) actor-observer effect
• B) self-serving bias
• C) primacy effect
• D) fundamental attribution error

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Definitions:

Government Regulation

The implementation of laws, rules, or directives by governing bodies to control or manage activities within society or specific industries.

Fundamental Political Values

Refers to the core beliefs and principles that shape the political culture of a society, such as democracy, freedom, equality, and justice.

Liberty

A condition where individuals in a society experience freedom from oppressive limitations set by authorities on their lifestyle, actions, or political opinions.

Equality of Opportunity

The principle that all individuals should have the same chances to succeed in life, regardless of their backgrounds or starting positions.