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Fundamental Attribution Error

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Derek leaves the movie theater feeling highly dissatisfied after viewing the latest installment of his favorite film series. The movie was uninteresting, and he nearly left halfway through. Which of the following responses best demonstrates the fundamental attribution error on Derek's part?
A

He blames the poor quality of the film on the director's ineptitude.

B

He decides he should never attend another movie without eating dinner first.

C

He decides to avoid movie theaters entirely following the experience.

D

He notes that the main character has aged in this film.

E

He blames himself for attending a showing on the opening night of the movie's release.

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