AP Psychologyeasymcq1 pt
The fundamental attribution error is the tendency to
A.overestimate traits and underestimate situations for others' behavior
B.overestimate situations for others
C.blame ourselves for everything
D.see no causes at all
Explanation
Core Concept
A rude cashier is 'a rude person' — we discount the stressful shift. For ourselves, we flip: situations excuse us.
Correct Answer
Aoverestimate traits and underestimate situations for others' behavior
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