Asked by
Ahsan Malik
on Nov 16, 2024Verified
All of the following are true about false consensus EXCEPT which statement?
A) We are more likely to assume false consensus among members of our ingroup.
B) We are more likely to assume false consensus among members of our outgroup.
C) Our own self-focus leads us to assume false consensus among others.
D) False consensus validates our worldview.
False Consensus
The cognitive bias to overestimate the extent to which others share one's beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors.
Ingroup
A group to which an individual identifies as being a member, often viewed in contrast to an "outgroup".
Self-Focus
The act of directing attention inward, towards one's own thoughts, feelings, and experiences, which can influence self-awareness and personal growth.
- Understand the influence that social beliefs have on attributions and judgments.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the influence that social beliefs have on attributions and judgments.