The Tendency to Underestimate the Influence of External Factors and Overestimate

question 70

Multiple Choice

The tendency to underestimate the influence of external factors and overestimate the influence of internal factors when making judgements about the behaviour of others is termed:

• A)consistency.
• B)fundamental attribution error.
• C)self- serving bias.
• D)selective perception.

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Definitions:

Decreasing Opportunity Costs

A situation where the cost of forgoing the next best alternative decreases as more units of a product or service are produced.

Capital Goods

These are physical assets used in the production process to manufacture goods and services, including buildings, machinery, and equipment.

Consumer Goods

Products and services that are consumed or used by individuals, as opposed to those purchased by businesses or industries.

Technological Improvements

Enhancements and innovations in technology that increase productivity, efficiency, or value in processes or products.