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:

Tight Control

A management approach characterized by strict and detailed monitoring and regulation of organizational processes and activities.

Work Assignments

Tasks or projects designated to employees or teams, typically as part of their job responsibilities.

Centrality

The degree of importance or prominence of a node within a network, relating to how connected or influential it is.

Position Power

The influence or control that comes from the official role or position one holds within an organization.