Attribution Theory Is Part of Social Psychology

question 37

Multiple Choice

Attribution theory is part of social psychology. It suggests that we tend to make 'fundamental attribution errors'. This means that:

• A)We tend to believe that our situation always dictates what we do
• B)Some people take full responsibility for their own mistakes
• C)Some people believe in attributing mistakes to everyone except themselves
• D)We believe that situations are responsible for others' behaviour while we are in control of ours
• E)We believe that situations are responsible for our own behaviour, while others have full control over theirs

Understand the significance of significant others and generalized others in the development of self.

Recognize the role of sociobiology and evolutionary psychology in explaining human behaviors.

Grasp the concepts related to aging, life course, and the social aspects of adulthood.

Understand gender roles and their socialization process.

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