'Other People Are Always Fully Responsible for What They Do

question 32

Multiple Choice

'Other people are always fully responsible for what they do', says Mary. Mary's philosophy is an example of the:

• A) ultimate attribution error.
• B) fundamental attribution error.
• C) self-serving bias.
• D) self-fulfilling prophecy.

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Definitions:

Psychological Processes

The functions of the mind that encompass all aspects of perceiving, thinking, remembering, and understanding, which influence behavior.

Attribution Theory

A social psychology theory that explains how individuals infer the causes of their own and others' behavior, attributing it to either internal dispositions or external situations.

Prejudice

Preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience; bias against someone or something.

Psychological

Pertaining to the mind or mental processes, often involving the study of behavior and the underlying mental functions.