Understanding Self-Serving Bias and False Consensus Effect Quiz

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What does the illusion of transparency refer to?

The belief that our emotions are more obvious than they actually are.

The belief that our thoughts are transparent to others.

The belief that others are paying more attention to our appearance and behavior than they really are.

The illusion that our concealed emotions are easily read by others. (correct)

What is the spotlight effect?

The belief that others are paying more attention to our emotions than they really are.

The illusion that our concealed emotions are obvious to others.

The belief that others are paying more attention to our appearance and behavior than they really are. (correct)

The belief that our thoughts are visible to others.

In social comparison, what does it mean to evaluate one's opinions and abilities?

Evaluating one's achievements with reference to group goals.

Evaluating one's opinions and abilities by comparing oneself with others. (correct)

Comparing oneself with others based on appearance.

Comparing one's opinions and abilities by focusing on personal attributes.

What is the false consensus effect?

The tendency to overestimate the extent to which others share our beliefs and behaviors. Signup and view all the answers

How can the false uniqueness effect be described?

The tendency to underestimate the commonality of one's abilities and desirable traits. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of self-serving attribution, what does it mean when individuals attribute their successes to internal factors?

They credit their abilities or efforts for their achievements. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception related to the false consensus effect?

Assuming others share similar beliefs and behaviors more than they actually do. Signup and view all the answers

How does the false uniqueness effect differ from the illusion of transparency?

False uniqueness involves underestimating commonality, while illusion of transparency involves overestimating emotional expressiveness. Signup and view all the answers

What do individuals experiencing the self-serving attribution bias tend to do when facing failure?

Blame external factors for their failures. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best characterizes self-serving attribution?

Attributing successes internally and failures externally. Signup and view all the answers

How does self-serving attribution contribute to the development of self-concept?

By reinforcing positive self-beliefs and protecting self-esteem. Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential drawback associated with self-serving attribution?

It can hinder personal growth and learning from mistakes. Signup and view all the answers

Understanding Self-Serving Bias and False Consensus Effect Quiz

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Questions and Answers

What does the illusion of transparency refer to?

What is the spotlight effect?

In social comparison, what does it mean to evaluate one's opinions and abilities?

What is the false consensus effect?

How can the false uniqueness effect be described?

In the context of self-serving attribution, what does it mean when individuals attribute their successes to internal factors?

What is a common misconception related to the false consensus effect?

How does the false uniqueness effect differ from the illusion of transparency?

What do individuals experiencing the self-serving attribution bias tend to do when facing failure?

Which of the following best characterizes self-serving attribution?

How does self-serving attribution contribute to the development of self-concept?

What is a potential drawback associated with self-serving attribution?

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