Lopez Was Injured at Work When a Warehouse Shelving Unit

question 122

Multiple Choice

Lopez was injured at work when a warehouse shelving unit fell on him. According to attribution theory,what would his coworkers be guilty of if they assumed the accident was due to the shelves being improperly anchored to the wall?

• A)fundamental attribution error  
• B)reactive perception error  
• C)error of culpability  
• D)defensive bias

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Definitions:

System Cohesion

The degree to which components of a system work well together, maintaining unity and purpose towards achieving common goals.

System Disparity

Differences or inequalities within or between systems that can lead to unfair outcomes or treatment.

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The surrounding social conditions, cultures, institutions, and interpersonal relationships that influence individuals' lives and development.