Which of the Following Has Been Offered as an Explanation

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following has been offered as an explanation for the fundamental attribution error?

• A) We do not know how people behaved in other situations in the past.
• B) We too often give other people the benefit of the doubt.
• C) We are easily distracted by the situation in which events occur.
• D) We suffer from low self-esteem and a tendency to self-criticize.

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Definitions:

Achievement Motive

A psychological drive or desire that fuels an individual to pursue and attain goals or successes.

Need For Achievement

The drive or motivation to accomplish tasks and meet high standards of performance.

Situational Factors

External conditions or circumstances that can influence an individual's behavior and decision-making process.

Achievement Strivings

Efforts to accomplish success, mastery, or high standards in one’s personal and professional life.