Students were assigned to present either the pros or cons of abortion rights. Despite knowing that there was no choice given over topic, many students were angry at the presenters. This is an example of what?

A. false uniqueness bias
B. false consensus effect
C. actor observer bias
D. fundamental attribution error


Answer: D

Psychology

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