Tom had an argument with his instructor. He has had arguments with other instructors in the past. No one else argues with this instructor. And he has argued with this instructor in the past. According to Kelley's attribution theory, this suggests a _____ attribution.

A) dispositional
B) aggressive
C) situational
D) temporary

Kelley's Attribution Theory

A theory that explains how individuals deduce the causes of other people's behavior by attributing it to internal dispositions or external situations.

Dispositional Attribution

The tendency to attribute people's behaviors to their internal qualities, traits, or character, rather than to situational factors.

Aggressive

A behavior characterized by being ready or likely to attack or confront; involving forceful actions or tactics.