The Tendency to Assume That Human Behaviour Is Caused by the Kind

question 42

Multiple Choice

The tendency to assume that human behaviour is caused by the kind of person who enacts it was labeled by Lee Ross (1977) as "the fundamental attribution error" because it is

• A) a frequent occurrence, even when there are clear situational forces that could affect behaviour.
• B) culture-specific.
• C) species-specific.
• D) one of the first attribution theories.
• E) acquired so early in life.

Identify and understand impression management strategies used in communication.

Understand the significance of feedback in making interpersonal communication a dynamic two-way process.

Distinguish between different communication mediums and their appropriateness for conveying complex messages.

Appreciate the importance of intercultural communication and the factors that facilitate effective communication across cultures.

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