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Fundamental Attribution Error
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A person yells at a cashier
The observer might overlook the external factors (like the person having a bad day) and attribute the yelling to the person’s aggressive personality.
A student consistently arrives late to class
One might assume the student is irresponsible or lazy, ignoring potential external factors like family responsibilities or public transport issues.
A coworker doesn't contribute much in meetings
An observer might conclude the coworker is uninterested or lacks good ideas, without considering situational factors like feeling intimidated or not being well-prepared due to workload.
Someone cuts you off in traffic
One could quickly think of the other driver as rude or reckless, neglecting possible reasons such as being late for an emergency.
A neighbor never says hello
The observer might assume the neighbor is unfriendly or antisocial, without considering shyness, cultural differences, or past negative experiences.
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