Eric Goes on a Disastrous Date

question 240

Multiple Choice

Eric goes on a disastrous date.Afterwards,he says,"I really messed up! My problem is I just haven't learned how to make small talk with women!" His statement reflects ________ attributions.

• A)internal,stable,global
• B)internal,unstable,global
• C)internal,unstable,specific
• D)internal,stable,specific

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Definitions:

Status Set

The collection of social statuses that an individual occupies at a given time, reflecting their roles in various social structures.

Achieved Status

A status that depends on the capabilities and efforts of the individual.

Ascribed Status

A social position assigned to an individual at birth or involuntarily later in life, based on factors beyond their control, such as race, ethnicity, and family background.

Power

Is the probability that one actor within a social relationship will be in a position to carry out his or her own will despite resistance.