When Situational Causes of Behavior Are Unavailable or Difficult to Interpret

question 144

Multiple Choice

When situational causes of behavior are unavailable or difficult to interpret, what is the most likely outcome?

• A) The self-serving bias occurs.
• B) The actor-observer bias occurs.
• C) The consensus effect occurs.
• D) The fundamental attribution error occurs.

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Definitions:

Situation-Minimization Coping

Situation-Minimization Coping involves strategies aimed at reducing the perceived impact or significance of a stressor or problem, often by downplaying or rationalizing its importance.

Competitive

Characterized by or showing a strong desire to be more successful than others in activities, sports, work, or any area of life.

Easygoing

Characterized by a relaxed, calm, and not easily upset or disturbed temperament.

Hostile

Showing or feeling opposition or dislike; aggressive.