The Fundamental Attribution Error Refers To

question 39

Multiple Choice

The fundamental attribution error refers to:

• A)people's tendencies to ignore situational causes of behavior and favor internal explanations.
• B)people's tendencies to ignore internal causes of behavior and favor external explanations.
• C)people's tendencies to deal with someone else's behavior without trying to figure out what made them behave that way.
• D)people's tendencies to go along with the majority opinion in deciding what caused an event rather than reasoning it out for themselves.

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Definitions:

Controlling

The process of monitoring business performance by comparing actual results with expected outcomes to make necessary adjustments.

Choosing Goals

The process of identifying objectives or desired outcomes that guide decision-making and strategic planning in personal or organizational contexts.

Direct Materials Cost

The expense incurred for materials that are directly traceable to the production of goods.

Factory Overhead Cost

Indirect manufacturing costs that are not directly linked to the production process, including utilities, depreciation, and salaries of support staff.