My cat knows when I am upset and comes and comforts me. In psychology this most likely an example of
A)psychological personification.
B)the observer effect.
C)the biopsychology effect.
D)the anthropomorphic error.

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The anthropomorphic error involves attributing human characteristics, emotions, or behaviors to animals. In this case, interpreting a cat's behavior as an understanding and comforting response to human emotions is an example of anthropomorphism.

My Cat Knows When I Am Upset and Comes and Comforts