In the United States, the Most Commonly Used Form of Nonparental

question 99

Multiple Choice

In the United States, the most commonly used form of nonparental child care is

• A) nannies.
• B) family day care and aupairs.
• C) child care centers and grandparents.
• D) babysitters and after-school care.

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Definitions:

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to overestimate the effect of personality or disposition and underestimate the influence of situational factors when explaining the behaviors of others.

Actor-Observer Bias

The tendency to attribute one's own actions to external causes, while attributing others' actions to their internal characteristics or dispositions.

Internal Cause

Factors within an individual, such as traits or motivations, that are responsible for their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

External Cause

A factor or event that originates outside of an individual and has an impact on personal outcomes or behaviors.