Alex Is Standing in Line at Wal-Mart Waiting to Pay

question 188

Multiple Choice

Alex is standing in line at Wal-Mart waiting to pay for his purchases. A man cuts in front of the line and drops his items on the counter. Alex says to his friend, "That man is incredibly rude." A social psychologist who is within earshot jots down a note so she can use the example in class. What does she write concerning Alex?

• A) he made a situational attribution
• B) he made a dispositional attribution
• C) his remark is based on a stereotype
• D) his remark is considered a collectivistic remark

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Definitions:

Hersey-Blanchard

A situational leadership model that suggests the need to adjust leadership styles based on the maturity level of followers.

Situational Leadership Model

A leadership approach that proposes the effectiveness of leadership styles varies depending on the readiness and competence of followers.

Telling Style

A leadership approach characterized by explicitly instructing subordinates on what to do and how to do it without seeking their input.

Contingency Approaches

Management theories suggesting that the best way to deal with certain situations is dependent on the specific circumstances.