The Fundamental Attribution Error May Promote Stereotypes Because

question 120

Multiple Choice

The fundamental attribution error may promote stereotypes because

• A) observers see stereotype-consistent behavior as dispositional.
• B) it is so prevalent that it is unaffected by personal motivations.
• C) the more a stereotype is violated, the more observers cling to that stereotype.
• D) we often perceive members of outgroups as having ulterior motives.

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