One factor associated with the fundamental attribution error is that our perspectives or attributions change with time.When asked to make an attribution about our own personalities now,we are more likely to make a ______________ attribution,whereas when asked to describe our behaviour 5 years ago,we are more likely to make a(n)_______________ attribution.

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The fundamental attribution error refers to the tendency to overemphasize dispositional (internal) explanations for others' behavior and underemphasize situational (external) explanations. However, when making attributions about our own behavior, the opposite tendency can occur. In the present moment, it might be easier to recognize the situational factors influencing our behavior, whereas we might default to dispositional explanations when reflecting on our behavior in the past. Therefore, the answer is situational (external) attribution for now and dispositional (internal) attribution for 5 years ago. Choice B matches this pattern.

One Factor Associated with the Fundamental Attribution Error Is That