In Heider's attribution theory, attributions are dichotomous—that is, there are two possible attributions a person can make about another's behavior

Describe both of these types of attributions, and then provide an example of each type of attribution one could make about why someone is running late for a meeting.
What will be an ideal response?

Answer: In Heider's model, people can make either internal or external attributions. Internal attributions are inferences that behavior is due to something about the person such as attitude, character, or personality. External attributions are inferences that behavior is due to something about the situation. Examples of internal attributions should be something about the person running late him- or herself, such as: they are lazy and oversleep a lot; they are careless; they took too long getting ready; they are inconsiderate. Examples of external attributions should be something outside of the person, such as: delayed by a train; bus or train was late; lots of traffic; got pulled over; stopped by a supervisor; had to deal with a sick child; car trouble.