When it is important to provide a correct answer and the stakes are high, people are more likely to __________.
A) rely on informational social influence
B) use their independent judgment
C) think quietly to themselves, and not seek other peoples' opinions
D) want to decide alone

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When the stakes are high and it's important to provide a correct answer, people are more likely to rely on informational social influence. This is because they seek the correct information or behavior in a situation by observing and conforming to the behavior of others, assuming those others have more knowledge about the situation.

When It Is Important to Provide a Correct Answer and the Stakes