Which of the Following Best Illustrates the Fundamental Attribution Error

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best illustrates the fundamental attribution error?

• A) Jenny is a terrible procrastinator and blames herself for not starting her class project sooner.
• B) Marcus was dismayed when his girlfriend broke their date because she had to work.
• C) Sarah is frustrated because her math class is too hard.
• D) Shirley is impressed that her roommate aced her chemistry exam, and concluded that she must be really smart.

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