Attributing Behavior to a Person's Traits Is an Example of What

question 47

Multiple Choice

Attributing behavior to a person's traits is an example of what type of attribution?

• A)motivational
• B)dispositional
• C)situational
• D)epigenetic

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Definitions:

Expectancy Theory

A motivational theory suggesting that individuals are motivated to act based on the expected outcomes of their actions.

Motivation Components

The various elements that drive an individual's behavior towards achieving specific goals, including intrinsic and extrinsic motivators.

Lower-order Need

Basic physiological and safety needs that individuals seek to fulfill before addressing more complex desires or psychological aspects.

Higher-order Need

Advanced psychological needs that go beyond basic physical requirements, such as social belonging, esteem, and self-actualization, according to Maslow's hierarchy.