Attribution Theory Quiz
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What factor significantly influences how people perceive situations or events?

  • Personal goals
  • Social media influence
  • Mood swings
  • Context (correct)
  • Which of the following best exemplifies the concept of distinctiveness in attribution theory?

  • An employee consistently arrives late due to train delays.
  • A punctual employee who suddenly starts arriving late. (correct)
  • An employee who frequently takes extended breaks.
  • An employee who misses a deadline due to a family emergency.
  • What is the fundamental attribution error?

  • Overestimating external factors in someone's behavior.
  • Recognizing the influence of situational factors on behavior.
  • Underestimating the role of personal traits in someone’s actions. (correct)
  • Attributing successes to personal effort and failures to external factors.
  • Which statement illustrates a self-serving bias?

    <p>I got promoted because of my hard work and dedication.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does high consensus in attribution theory indicate?

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    What can affect an individual's perception of reality compared to objective reality?

    <p>Contextual factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In attribution theory, which of the following factors would be considered when assessing the cause of an employee's tardiness?

    <p>Weather conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a low score in distinctiveness indicate regarding an individual’s behavior?

    <p>The behavior is common across different contexts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which error involves attributing someone's behavior to internal characteristics rather than considering external factors?

    <p>Fundamental attribution error</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When assessing someone's performance, what would a high score on consensus suggest?

    <p>Many people behave similarly in the same situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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