Our tendency to commit the fundamental attribution error ____ with the passage of time.

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The fundamental attribution error refers to the tendency to overemphasize dispositional (personality-based) explanations for others' behavior, rather than considering situational factors. Research suggests that this bias decreases with the passage of time, as we have more opportunities to observe the person in different contexts and situations. As a result, we are better able to take into account external factors that may have influenced their behavior. Therefore, choice B (decreases) is the best answer.

Our Tendency to Commit the Fundamental Attribution Error ____ with the Passage