Actors and Observers Tend to Give Different Explanations for the Same

question 205

Multiple Choice

Actors and observers tend to give different explanations for the same instance of behavior because

• A)only actors themselves can accurately explain their own behavior.
• B)only outside observers can accurately explain actors' behavior.
• C)observers tend to possess more knowledge than the actors.
• D)situational pressures may not be readily apparent to an observer.

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