Recent Research Has Shown That the Tendency to Explain Actors

question 136

Multiple Choice

Recent research has shown that the tendency to explain actors' behavior with internal attributions is reduced if the observer

• A) has never experienced the same situation as the actor.
• B) is in a state of high self-esteem.
• C) has experienced the same situation as the actor.
• D) is in a state of low self-esteem.

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Definitions:

Irrational Opinions

Irrational opinions are beliefs or judgments that are not based on reason or logical thinking but on emotions or flawed reasoning.

Discrimination

The unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people or things, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.

Stereotypes

Overgeneralized beliefs about a particular category of people, which can lead to prejudiced attitudes and behaviors.

Prejudice

A preconceived opinion or judgment about someone or something that is not based on reason or actual experience, often manifesting as bias or discrimination.