Barry Received an a on His First Group Project

question 98

Multiple Choice

Barry received an A on his first group project.He believes this grade is the result of his superior intelligence and hard work.He received a D on his second group project,and he attributes this grade to the other group members' poor work and stupidity.What attributional error is Barry demonstrating?

• A) The fundamental attribution error
• B) A self-serving bias
• C) The actor-observer effect
• D) Unrealistic optimism

---

Definitions:

Feedback

Information provided about the outcome of a process or performance of a task, intended as a basis for improvement.

Semantics

The study of meaning in language, encompassing the interpretation and connotation of words, phrases, and sentences.

E-Mail

A method of exchanging digital messages over the Internet.

Exchanging Information

The process of giving, receiving, and sharing data, knowledge, or ideas between individuals or entities.