If Joe misses a deadline for his term paper, but several other students also miss the deadline, the professor is more likely to make a situational attribution for Joe's behavior.

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When multiple students miss a deadline, the professor is more likely to attribute the behavior to situational factors (e.g., the assignment being too difficult or not enough time given) rather than to individual characteristics of the students, such as lack of effort or poor time management.

If Joe Misses a Deadline for His Term Paper, but Several