Two different interpretations have been proposed to explain group polarization. The persuasive arguments interpretation is to __________ as the social comparison interpretation is to __________.
A) risky shift; conservative shift
B) informational social influence; normative social influence
C) task-oriented leader; relationship-oriented leader
D) groupthink; adaptive decision-making

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The persuasive arguments interpretation explains group polarization by suggesting that individuals become more extreme in their positions after being exposed to persuasive arguments (informational social influence), while the social comparison interpretation suggests that individuals shift their opinions to align more closely with what they perceive to be the norm of the group (normative social influence).

Two Different Interpretations Have Been Proposed to Explain Group Polarization