When a manager makes the attribution that an employee's lack of effort or ability is the basis for poor performance, they are probably making an error called .
A) fundamental attribution
B) self-serving bias
C) discounting attribution
D) consistency attribution

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The manager is making a fundamental attribution error, which is the tendency to attribute someone's behavior to their internal characteristics (such as personality, ability, or effort), rather than external factors (such as situational constraints or other people's actions). This error can lead to unfair judgments and actions towards the employee.

When a Manager Makes the Attribution That an Employee's Lack