Which of the following is the best demonstration of the fundamental attribution error?
A.
“Chris earned a good grade on the test because he studied hard for this exam.”
B.
“Chris earned a good grade on the test because he asked the teacher for help.”
C.
“Chris earned a good grade on the test because he is really smart.”
D.
“Chris earned a good grade on the test because he ate a good breakfast on test day.”
Fundamental attribution error is drawing conclusions on the people based only on internal factors ( personality) of one person. These personal characteristics are overemphasized that external (situational) factors aren't even thought about. In this particular case, fundamental attribution error would be claiming that Chris earned good grades only because of his internal characteristics (his intelligence).
