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According to the covariation principle, when do we tend to attribute a behavior to a person?
According to the covariation principle, when do we tend to attribute a behavior to a person?
What is the fundamental attribution error?
What is the fundamental attribution error?
How do counterfactual thoughts affect attribution?
How do counterfactual thoughts affect attribution?
What do snap judgments refer to?
What do snap judgments refer to?
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Are agreed-upon snap judgments always accurate?
Are agreed-upon snap judgments always accurate?
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Study Notes
Covariation Principle
- Attribution of behavior to a person occurs when we notice that a behavior consistently co-varies with a specific factor, such as situational cues.
- When multiple causes are present, we assess their presence and absence across different situations to determine the source of behavior.
Fundamental Attribution Error
- This concept refers to the tendency to overemphasize personal characteristics and underestimate situational factors when explaining others' behaviors.
- It often leads to misinterpretations of people's actions by ignoring the context surrounding their behavior.
Counterfactual Thoughts and Attribution
- Counterfactual thinking involves imagining alternative outcomes to events that have already occurred, influencing how we attribute causes to behavior.
- These thoughts can lead us to assign blame or credit differently based on "what could have been," altering our perceptions of responsibility.
Snap Judgments
- Snap judgments refer to quick, automatic assessments made about people or situations, often based on minimal information.
- These judgments can be immediate and are influenced by personal biases and stereotypes, allowing for rapid decision-making.
Accuracy of Snap Judgments
- Agreed-upon snap judgments are not always accurate; consensus does not guarantee correctness.
- Social and cultural biases can lead to errors in these quick assessments, which may overlook individual nuances and context.
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Test your ability to make snap judgments about personality based on physical appearance with this quiz. Explore the accuracy of these judgments and learn about the causes of behavior. Challenge your intuition and gain insights into human psychology.
