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Factors Moderating the Fundamental Attribution Error
While the fundamental attribution error is often seen as a strong bias, some research suggests its influence is not always so powerful. A review of over 173 studies by Malle (2006) identified several moderating factors, such as the perceived idiosyncrasy of an individual's character and the quality of explanations for hypothetical events, which can affect the strength of this error.

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