In the Context of the Attribution Theory,which of the Following

question 38

Multiple Choice

In the context of the attribution theory,which of the following best illustrates a stable cause of behavior?

• A)A company lays off 10 employees because of economic downturn.
• B)A woman, who loves children, breaks up with her boyfriend because he does not want children of his own.
• C)A college student is unhappy during the first semester because he is finding his classes difficult.
• D)A family is rendered homeless after a tornado destroys their home.

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Definitions:

Subliminally Flashed Stimuli

Visual or auditory stimuli presented below the threshold of conscious perception, intended to influence the mind without the individual being aware.

Emotional Reactions

Responses involving feelings that occur in consequence to an internal or external event.

Rational Thinking

The ability to think logically, making decisions and solving problems by applying reason and critical thinking.

Robert Zajonc

A psychologist known for his work on the mere-exposure effect and theories on social and emotional processes.