If You Look at a Pinpoint of Light in a Dark

question 58

Multiple Choice

If you look at a pinpoint of light in a dark room, the light appears to move even though it is in fact stationary. This illusion of movement is called the ____ effect.

• A) autokinetic
• B) omega
• C) sleeper
• D) visual pique

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Definitions:

Fundamental Attribution Error

A cognitive bias where individuals tend to attribute others' actions to their character or personality, underestimating external factors.

Arithmetic Test

An examination designed to assess a person's ability and skill in mathematics, especially in basic operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Unmotivated

Describes a lack of desire or willingness to take action or exert effort towards goals.

Dispositional Attribution

The tendency to attribute someone's behavior to their personality or character rather than to situational factors.