Which of the Following Best Illustrates the Principle of the Ultimate

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best illustrates the principle of the ultimate attribution error?

• A) The tendency to view out-groups as homogenous.
• B) The tendency to underestimate the influence of social situations.
• C) The tendency to over-attribute the behavior of others to dispositions.
• D) The tendency for competing groups to perceive the negative behaviors of in-groups and the positive behaviors of out-groups to be caused by situational, rather than person, factors.

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Definitions:

Illusory Promise

An agreement that lacks a true commitment from the promisor, making it unenforceable as a contract.

Accord

An agreement between parties to settle a dispute or obligation.

Satisfaction

The fulfilment of a requirement, payment of a debt, or resolution of a claim.

Illusory

This refers to something that appears to be real or possible but actually lacks substance, reality, or is deceptive in nature.