The fundamental attribution error is the tendency to attribute others' behaviors to situations, not their dispositions
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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Suppose someone develops a new test of "roommate compatibility.". Which of the following could measure the validity of the test?
a. Check whether the distribution of scores is similar at a variety of colleges. b. Give the test at the beginning and end of the semester and compare the scores. c. See whether the test results predict which students will request a change of roommate. d. See whether the test results predict students' grades.
Ralph has lost twenty pounds since he was fired from his job. He either cannot get to sleep or wakes up early and is exhausted the next day. These facts illustrate which symptoms of depression?
a. cognitive c. behavioral b. emotional d. physiological
What term is used to refer to whipping a parson as part of a sexual encounter?
a. Flagellation b. Caning c. Infantilism d. Dominatrix
Which personality characteristic appears to be most predictive of cardiac-related illnesses?
a. an external locus of control b. high levels of hostility c. unusually elevated levels of stress d. being introverted