If Someone Behaves the Same Way Others Do in a Given

question 138

Multiple Choice

If someone behaves the same way others do in a given situation we would probably make an external attribution about that person. This would be an example of making a decision based on

• A) consensus information.
• B) creativeness information.
• C) consistency information.
• D) distinctiveness.

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Definitions:

Ingroup Bias

The inclination to prefer individuals from one's own group above those from outsider groups, frequently resulting in bias and unfair treatment.

Free Riders

Individuals or entities that benefit from resources, goods, or services without paying for them or contributing to their provision.

Common Resource

A type of good that is accessible to all members of a community or society but is susceptible to overuse and depletion.

Disjunctive Tasks

Tasks in which the performance of the group is determined by the performance of the best individual member.