Although Rolf Frequently Cheats on Classroom Tests, He Justifies His

question 100

Multiple Choice

Although Rolf frequently cheats on classroom tests, he justifies his behavior by erroneously thinking that most other students cheat even more than he does. His mistaken belief best illustrates

• A) the spotlight effect.
• B) reaction formation.
• C) an external locus of control.
• D) self-serving bias.

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Definitions:

First Review

The initial evaluation or assessment of a work product, document, or performance, often to provide preliminary feedback.

Intention Level

The degree of determination or resolve one has in aiming to accomplish a specific goal or task.

Retention

The ability to keep or retain information, employees, or students over time.

Recall

The cognitive process of retrieving information from memory without the aid of cues.