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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Definitions:

Deindividuation

A psychological state occurring in group contexts that results in a loss of self-awareness and diminished feelings of personal responsibility, often leading to uncharacteristic behavior.

Individuality

The quality or character of a particular person that distinguishes them from others of the same kind, encouraging individual traits and freedoms.

Group Crowd

A large number of individuals gathered together, often sharing a common purpose or emotion, but not necessarily structured as a group.

Deindividuation

A concept in social psychology that refers to the loss of self-awareness in groups, which can lead to disinhibited and impulsive actions.