The Fundamental Attribution Error Is Based on The

question 63

Multiple Choice

The fundamental attribution error is based on the:

• A)confirmatory bias.
• B)need to believe that one can control one's fate.
• C)basic distrust that we have of other humans.
• D)need to accurately detect causes of behaviour.

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