Abstract
This study explores Fundamental Attribution Error (FAE). More specifically, the study investigates the capacity of individuals to process/absorb material when confronted with cognitive load or, conversely, cognitive relief. Such a study necessarily entails incorporating various sources of prior research. As a result, the research methodology of this paper incorporated Forgass contention that mood plays a considerable role in the tendency of individuals to make FAEs; beyond that, this study incorporated the tentative findings of Lovaglia who, in a corollary to Forgas, emphasizes the effect of attitude upon an individuals predilection to commit FAEs; finally, the research of Randall, Cacioppo, Fincher-Keifer and others into the effects of personality characteristics and NFC(need for cognition) have been thoughtfully incorporated into the study, as well. In conclusion, the study determines that there is indeed a striking correlation between cognitive load and cognitive relief and an individuals capacity to process information while avoiding FAEs.
