Devin Was Worried About Taking His Statistics Exam, Even Though

question 10

Multiple Choice

Devin was worried about taking his statistics exam, even though he studied diligently. On the morning of the exam, he wore his favorite, softest shirt so that he would be comfortable during the test. When he received a surprisingly high grade, Devin said to himself, "I think it was the shirt; it is lucky and helped me do well." Which thinking error is Devin MOST likely making?

• A) Circular reasoning
• B) Confusing correlation with causation
• C) Confirmation bias
• D) Post hoc "after this, therefore because of this" reasoning

Recognize the influence of correspondent inference and the conditions under which it occurs.

Learn about the role and explanation of naivety in scientific analysis within attribution theory.

Identify the effects of self-perception on attribution.

Describe the factors influencing internal vs. external attributions.

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