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?

Rena's older brother's brilliance (C) Signup and view all the answers

What impact can implicit biases have on individuals like Rena?

They can enhance confidence and motivation (A) Signup and view all the answers

How do stereotypes contribute to shaping our perceptions of others?

Stereotypes can distort our perceptions of others' behavior and characteristics (C) Signup and view all the answers

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

'Expectations from our social world' are influenced by social cues, stereotypes, and past experiences (D) Signup and view all the answers

'Fundamental attribution error' refers to:

'Fundamental attribution error' refers to underestimating situational influences and overestimating dispositional influences (A) Signup and view all the answers