Attribution Theory in Psychology
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In the context of driving, what is an example of fundamental attribution error?

  • Thinking the driver who cut you off must be running late for an important meeting
  • Believing the driver who cut you off is helping someone in need
  • Assuming the driver who cut you off is a careless and selfish individual (correct)
  • Considering the driver who cut you off is a professional race car driver

    • How do our social expectations influence our interactions?

  • They enhance clarity in understanding situational influences
  • They shape our perceptions, judgments, and interactions with individuals and groups (correct)
  • They lead to complete isolation from others
  • They have no impact on our perceptions and judgments

    • What role do social cues play in shaping our beliefs about others?

  • Social cues only affect implicit biases
  • Social cues have no impact on our beliefs about others
  • Social cues can reinforce stereotypes but not influence beliefs
  • Social cues influence our beliefs about others' behavior, abilities, and characteristics (correct)

    • In the example of Rena's academic abilities, what is the teacher's expectation based on?

    <p>Rena's older brother's brilliance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact can implicit biases have on individuals like Rena?

    <p>They can enhance confidence and motivation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do stereotypes contribute to shaping our perceptions of others?

    <p>Stereotypes can distort our perceptions of others' behavior and characteristics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Expectations from our social world' are influenced by which factors?

    <p>'Expectations from our social world' are influenced by social cues, stereotypes, and past experiences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Fundamental attribution error' refers to:

    <p>'Fundamental attribution error' refers to underestimating situational influences and overestimating dispositional influences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do stereotypes impact our interactions with individuals?

    <p>Stereotypes can influence our perceptions and behaviors towards individuals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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