Which of the Following Could Be an Example of the Fundamental

question 97

Multiple Choice

Which of the following could be an example of the fundamental attribution error?

• A)Ralph described himself as a failure.
• B)Ralph thought that the reason he failed was that he was sick that day.
• C)Jayne said Ralph failed because the test was unfair.
• D)Sue explained Ralph's failure in terms of his incompetence and laziness.

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Definitions:

Potential Friends

Individuals who might become friends based on shared interests, similarities, and circumstances that facilitate friendship formation.

Children of Divorce

Refers to minors whose parents have legally ended their marriage, a situation that may affect their emotional and social development.

Expressing

Involves the action of making one's thoughts, feelings, or ideas known to others through speech, writing, or another form of communication.

Negative Feelings

Emotional experiences that are unpleasant or undesirable, such as sadness, anger, frustration, and fear.