10 Questions
According to Attribution Theory, what does the consistency factor help to determine?
If the person's behaviour is consistent in this situation
What is the primary focus of Personal Attribution in Attribution Theory?
Internal characteristics of a person, such as ability and personality
Which of the following scenarios would lead to an internal attribution according to Attribution Theory?
A person always behaves aggressively in all situations
What is the underlying assumption of the Fundamental Attribution Error?
People tend to overestimate the role of internal dispositions in behaviour
According to Attribution Theory, which of the following would lead to a situational attribution?
The person's behaviour is influenced by external factors
What is the primary goal of Attribution Theory in understanding social behaviour?
To explain how people make attributions about the causes of behaviour
Which of the following is an example of a situational attribution?
The person fell asleep because they were tired from staying up late
According to Attribution Theory, what is the role of consensus in making attributions?
It helps to determine if others behave similarly in this situation
What is the consequence of making an internal attribution according to Attribution Theory?
It leads to an overestimation of the role of internal dispositions in behaviour
Which of the following is an example of a personal attribution?
The person is lazy and that's why they fell asleep during the lecture
This quiz explores the concept of the Fundamental Attribution Error (FAE) in social psychology, including why it occurs and how it varies across cultures. Questions may cover the role of cultural influence, age, and individual differences in committing FAE.
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