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Attribution Theory and Person Perception

Chloe Ramirez

Chloe Ramirez

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Study Guide Overview

This AP Psychology study guide covers attribution theory (internal vs. external attributions, explanatory styles, and biases), locus of control (internal vs. external), and person perception (mere exposure effect, self-fulfilling prophecies, and social comparison). It includes key term definitions, examples, and practice questions for the AP exam.

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Question 1 of 13

🎉 A student aces their psychology exam and thinks, "I'm just naturally good at this!". Is this an internal or external attribution?

Internal Attribution

External Attribution

Self-Serving Bias

Fundamental Attribution Error