In Attribution Theory, the Person Who Offers a Causal Explanation

question 31

Multiple Choice

In attribution theory, the person who offers a causal explanation of the actor's behavior is called the

• A)attributor.
• B)observer.
• C)influencer.
• D)mediator.

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