The idea of _____ is based on the notion that people make implicit social comparisons with others when making ratings on scales,rather than relying on direct inferences about a private,personal value system (Peng,Nisbett,& Wong,1997).
A)acquiescence bias
B)extreme response bias
C)reference group effect
D)implication effect

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The reference group effect is the idea that people make social comparisons with others rather than relying on their own personal values when making ratings on scales. This concept aligns with the statement in the question that people make "implicit social comparisons with others when making ratings on scales."

The Idea of _____ Is Based on the Notion That