An Example of the False Consensus Effect Would Be When

question 67

Multiple Choice

An example of the false consensus effect would be when a:

• A) teacher gives an inflated grade to a favourite student.
• B) novice tennis player sees a wonderful sporting future after just serving an ace when playing against their coach.
• C) city mayor wants more skyscrapers on the main street, arguing that this is what the citizens want.
• D) child blames you (in your innocence) for spilling drink on their painting.

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