The Fundamental Attribution Error Is the Tendency to Explain Other

question 27

Multiple Choice

The fundamental attribution error is the tendency to explain other people's behavior in terms of_____, rather than_____factors.

• A) external; fundamental
• B) fundamental; personal
• C) personal; situational
• D) situational; external

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Definitions:

Reversing Entries

These are accounting journal entries that reverse a previous entry, usually made at the beginning of a new accounting period to simplify record-keeping.

Work Sheet

An informal document used by accountants and auditors for preparing financial statements and ensuring the correctness of accounts.

Post-Closing Trial Balance

A listing of all accounts and their balances after closing entries are made, serving as a check to ensure that debits equal credits.

Accounts Receivable

Money owed to a company by its customers for goods or services delivered but not yet paid for.