After Reading a Story in the Local Newspaper About a Recent

question 47

Multiple Choice

After reading a story in the local newspaper about a recent robbery in the downtown area, Kerry remarks, "I'm not surprised he was robbed. Anyone stupid enough to be in that area late at night is asking for trouble." Kerry's statement is BEST explained by the _____.

• A) fundamental attribution error
• B) just-world hypothesis
• C) actor-observer bias
• D) All the answers are correct.

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