Which of the following comparisons represents the strength dimension as defined by social impact theory (Latané, 1981)?
A) Friends versus strangers
B) A group of two acquaintances versus a group of ten acquaintances
C) Living with your family versus living 100 miles away
D) Yielding to informational influence versus yielding to normative influence

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The strength dimension in social impact theory refers to the importance, power, or intensity of the source of influence. Friends versus strangers represents this dimension because friends typically have more influence due to their stronger social ties and importance in one's life compared to strangers.

Which of the Following Comparisons Represents the Strength Dimension as Defined