MCAT Behavioral Sciences Question 147: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 147

12. Carl is always happy and smiling. Today, you notice he seems down and think something must have happened to upset him. What types of attribution are you making?

I. Internal

II. External

III. Situational

IV. Dispositional

  • A. I and III only
  • B. I and IV only
  • C. II and III only
  • D. II and IV only

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Types of attribution fall into two main categories: dispositional (internal) and situational (external). Dispositional (internal) causes are related to the features of the person whose behavior is being considered. Situational (external) causes are related to features of the surroundings.

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