Which of the Following Individuals Is Showing the Fundamental Attribution

question 265

Multiple Choice

Which of the following individuals is showing the fundamental attribution error?

• A) Ariane, who believes that her boyfriend cries sometimes because he is sensitive
• B) Darian, who believes the waiter spilled her drink because he is clumsy
• C) Zaida, who believes that she ran over a dog because she was texting while driving
• D) Addison, who believes that she won a sprinting race because she had consumed 5 espressos 30 minutes prior to race time

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Definitions:

Deviance

Behaviors or actions that violate societal norms or expectations, often leading to social sanction or stigma.

Social Stigma

The disapproval of, or discrimination against, individuals or groups based on perceivable social characteristics that serve to distinguish them from other members of society.

Atypicality

The characteristic of being unusual or not conforming to standard norms.

Nonconformism

The act of not adhering to established societal norms, values, or practices, often in pursuit of individuality or alternative lifestyles.