Which of the Following Is a Theory Designed to Explain

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a theory designed to explain the attributions people make?

• A) Covariation theory
• B) Social comparison theory
• C) Correspondent inference theory
• D) Both covariation theory and correspondent inference theory

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Definitions:

Field Experiment

An experiment conducted in a real-world setting.

Quasi-Experiment

An empirical study used to estimate the causal impact of an intervention, lacking the full random assignment of participants to conditions or orders.

Debriefed

The process of providing a detailed explanation or information to participants after an experiment or significant event has concluded.

Confounding

Occurs when the effects of two variables cannot be separated.