Fundamental Attribution Error in Group Project

Very Hard Unit 9: Social Psychology Attribution Theory

During a psychology class discussion on attribution theory, students were divided on how to interpret a classmate's behavior during a recent group project. Some students argued that their classmate's failing grade was due to a lack of effort, indicating an internal attribution, while others believed that external factors, such as family issues and personal stress, were to blame. Which of the following statements best exemplifies the concept of the fundamental attribution error in this scenario?

Students discovering that their classmate struggled with time management, which leads them to attribute the failing grade to personal shortcomings.

Students discussing various external circumstances that may have contributed to their classmate’s performance.

Students focusing on their classmate's behavior without considering situational influences.

Students acknowledging both internal and external factors in an equal measure.

Students attributing their own failures to adverse circumstances rather than personal faults.

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