What is the ‘fundamental attribution error’?

A. Attributing one’s successes to external factors
B. Underestimating situational influences on behavior
C. Overestimating the role of personal characteristics in others' behavior
D. Assuming others will behave as we do

Answer: Overestimating the role of personal characteristics in others' behavior


Additional Information: The fundamental attribution error occurs when people attribute others' actions to their character rather than to external factors.


Subjects: Psychology