How well do you understand attribution and the fundamental attribution error?

• Attribution is an explanation for someone else's behavior.
• Two components of attribution: frequency of behavior and inherent quality or external situation.
• Fundamental attribution error is attributing someone's behavior to who they are as a person.
• Our own behavior is a reaction to circumstances or environment.
• Sally didn't look up when passing by, leading to an attribution of her character.
• The fundamental attribution error works quickly in our minds.
• Exploring situational factors can help recognize the error.
• Attribution is a way to come up with reasons for behavior.
• Access to our own thoughts makes it easier to understand our own behavior.
• Can't know for sure why someone did something, have to come up with reasons.

Test your knowledge on attribution theory with this quiz! Learn about the two components of attribution, the fundamental attribution error, and how situational factors can affect our attributions. Sharpen your skills in coming up with reasons for behavior and understanding your own reactions to circumstances. Keywords: attribution, behavior, fundamental attribution error, situational factors, understanding.