The Tendency to Alter Attributions Based on Whether a Person

question 50

Multiple Choice

The tendency to alter attributions based on whether a person is judging oneself or someone else is known as a(n) _____.

• A)Halo effect error
• B)Cognitive dissonance error
• C)Actor-observer bias
• D)Anchoring and adjustment bias

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Definitions:

First Hominin

Refers to the earliest members of the Hominini tribe, which includes modern humans, their direct ancestors, and relatives.

Molecular Data

Information at a molecular level, including DNA, RNA, and protein sequences, used in various scientific studies.

Apes and Humans

A reference to the biological and evolutionary connections between humans and other members of the Hominidae family, such as gorillas and chimpanzees.

Split Occurred

A phrase indicating that a division or separation took place, often used to describe evolutionary divergences or social and organizational splits.