Question 1

Participants in an experiment are asked to look at pictures of different infants and rate the attractiveness of each infant on a 10-point scale.The participants are tested in groups of three and indicate their ratings aloud.For almost all of the infants,the participants tend to give ratings similar to other group members.We can be most certain that their ratings represent private conformity rather than public conformity if

Accepted Answer

If participants give the same ratings alone as they do in the group, it suggests that their ratings reflect their true beliefs (private conformity) rather than being influenced by the presence of others (public conformity).

Question 2

The conformity seen in Sheriff's (1936)study was most likely the result of

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The answer of The conformity seen in Sheriff's (1936)study was...

Question 3

The primary difference between the research of Sheriff (1936)and Asch (1951)is that

Accepted Answer

Sheriff's study involved the autokinetic effect, an ambiguous task where participants' estimates of light movement converged, showing conformity. Asch's study used a clear, unambiguous task (line length comparison) to demonstrate conformity under group pressure.

Question 4

In a study by Baron et al.(1996)in which groups of three participants were asked to act as eyewitnesses,the greatest level of conformity occurred when participants were motivated to be______________and the task was quite______________.

Accepted Answer

According to the study by Baron et al.(1996), the greatest level of conformity occurred when participants were motivated to be accurate and the task was quite difficult. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.

Question 5

Normative influence tends to occur primarily when people

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The answer of Normative influence tends to occur primarily when...

Question 6

No one else seems concerned about the welfare of the woman lying down in the alley.Therefore,Maureen steps over her as well,figuring that she is simply drunk or asleep and not in need of emergency assistance.Maureen's behavior is an example of

Accepted Answer

Maureen's behavior is an example of informational social influence, where she looks to the behavior of others to determine how to act in a situation, assuming that others have more information about the situation than she does.

Question 7

Which of the following is not one of the emotions a person is likely to feel after being ostracized?

Accepted Answer

Acceptance is not typically an immediate emotional response to ostracism; people usually feel numbness, anger, or sadness first.

Question 8

Which of the following is the best example of normative influence?

Accepted Answer

Normative influence refers to conforming to social norms in order to be accepted or to avoid social rejection. In this example, people wear uncomfortable shoes because they feel it is important to conform to the social norm of fashion even if it is uncomfortable.

Question 9

Imagine that some researchers conducted a study and interpreted the results of the study as indicative of normative influence.These researchers are most likely to reach this conclusion if participants in their study

Accepted Answer

Normative influence occurs when individuals conform to the expectations of a group to avoid rejection or to gain social approval, which is reflected in choice D, where individuals conform due to fear of appearing deviant.

Question 10

Arnold wears suits every day to his job at the bank,but when he is at home in the evening and on weekends,he spends most of his time naked because that is what he finds most comfortable.Arnold's daytime behavior illustrates

Accepted Answer

Arnold's behavior at the bank is an example of public conformity, meaning he is conforming to societal norms and expectations by wearing suits. However, his behavior at home reflects his personal preference for comfort, indicating private conformity is not applicable. Perceptual contrast and conversion do not accurately describe Arnold's behavior.

Question 11

The concepts of ostracism and conformity are related in that

Accepted Answer

Failure to conform to group norms or expectations can lead to ostracism, as groups may exclude or ignore individuals who do not align with their standards.

Question 12

Research on social influence in virtual groups shows that they

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that virtual groups can be quite influential even when they are remote. This is due to factors such as social identity, conformity, and information sharing. Studies have also found that virtual groups can sometimes be more influential than "live" groups, as members may feel more comfortable expressing themselves and taking risks in a virtual environment.

Question 13

Baron and others (1996)found that participants' levels of conformity depended on how motivated they were to do well.When offered a financial incentive,conformity went

Accepted Answer

Baron and others (1996) found that participants conformed more when the task was easy and they were not financially motivated. However, when participants were offered a financial incentive, conformity increased when the task was difficult and decreased when the task was easy. Therefore, the correct answer is D, as conformity went up when the task was difficult and down when the task was easy.

Question 14

Informational influence occurs primarily because people

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Informational influence occurs when individuals conform because they believe others have accurate information, especially in situations where they are uncertain or lack knowledge.

Question 15

We can conclude that participants in Sheriff's study exhibited private conformity rather than public conformity because

Accepted Answer

Participants continued to use their group estimates even when retested alone one year later, indicating that they had internalized the group's norms, which is characteristic of private conformity.

Question 16

The experience of being ostracized has been found to be

Accepted Answer

Research has found that the experience of being ostracized activates the same areas of the brain that are activated by physical pain, suggesting that it can have significant and lasting negative effects on mental health. The other options are not supported by research.

Question 17

Participants in Asch's line judgment study______________conformed approximately______________percent of the time.

Accepted Answer

Participants in Asch's line judgment study conformed approximately 37 percent of the time.

Question 18

Will and Grace have just started to attend church.Will pays attention to when the rest of the congregation sits and stands because he wants to be sure to stand and sit at the appropriate times.Grace stands up and sits down when the rest of the congregation does because if she doesn't,the elderly couple across the aisle scowls at her.Will has conformed because of ,whereas Grace has conformed because of .

Accepted Answer

Will has conformed due to informational influence, as he is looking to the actions of others to guide his behavior in an unfamiliar situation. Grace has conformed due to normative influence, as she is motivated by the desire to avoid the disapproval of the elderly couple.

Question 19

Normative influence tends to produce______________,whereas informational influence leads to______________.

Accepted Answer

Normative influence often leads to public conformity, meaning individuals conform to the social norms and behaviors of a group to fit in or be liked. On the other hand, informational influence often leads to private conformity, meaning individuals adopt the beliefs and behaviors of a group because they believe the group has accurate information or expertise.

Question 20

Though she initially attended the pro-choice rally because all her friends were going,Marion now firmly believes in a woman's right to choose when it comes to abortion.Marion's new beliefs illustrate

Accepted Answer

Marion's change in belief was influenced by her private thoughts and convictions, rather than simply conforming to the views of her peers (public conformity). The idea of reciprocation ideology and reciprocation wariness are not relevant to the given scenario.

Quiz 7: Conformity

The conformity seen in Sheriff's (1936) study was most likely the result of

The primary difference between the research of Sheriff (1936) and Asch (1951) is that

In a study by Baron et al.(1996) in which groups of three participants were asked to act as eyewitnesses,the greatest level of conformity occurred when participants were motivated to beand the task was quite.

Normative influence tends to occur primarily when people

No one else seems concerned about the welfare of the woman lying down in the alley.Therefore,Maureen steps over her as well,figuring that she is simply drunk or asleep and not in need of emergency assistance.Maureen's behavior is an example of

Which of the following is not one of the emotions a person is likely to feel after being ostracized?

Which of the following is the best example of normative influence?

Imagine that some researchers conducted a study and interpreted the results of the study as indicative of normative influence.These researchers are most likely to reach this conclusion if participants in their study

Arnold wears suits every day to his job at the bank,but when he is at home in the evening and on weekends,he spends most of his time naked because that is what he finds most comfortable.Arnold's daytime behavior illustrates

The concepts of ostracism and conformity are related in that

Research on social influence in virtual groups shows that they

Baron and others (1996) found that participants' levels of conformity depended on how motivated they were to do well.When offered a financial incentive,conformity went

Informational influence occurs primarily because people

We can conclude that participants in Sheriff's study exhibited private conformity rather than public conformity because

The experience of being ostracized has been found to be

Participants in Asch's line judgment studyconformed approximatelypercent of the time.

Normative influence tends to produce,whereas informational influence leads to.

Though she initially attended the pro-choice rally because all her friends were going,Marion now firmly believes in a woman's right to choose when it comes to abortion.Marion's new beliefs illustrate

Quiz 7: Conformity

The conformity seen in Sheriff's (1936) study was most likely the result of

The primary difference between the research of Sheriff (1936) and Asch (1951) is that

In a study by Baron et al.(1996) in which groups of three participants were asked to act as eyewitnesses,the greatest level of conformity occurred when participants were motivated to be______________and the task was quite______________.

Normative influence tends to occur primarily when people

No one else seems concerned about the welfare of the woman lying down in the alley.Therefore,Maureen steps over her as well,figuring that she is simply drunk or asleep and not in need of emergency assistance.Maureen's behavior is an example of

Which of the following is not one of the emotions a person is likely to feel after being ostracized?

Which of the following is the best example of normative influence?

Imagine that some researchers conducted a study and interpreted the results of the study as indicative of normative influence.These researchers are most likely to reach this conclusion if participants in their study

Arnold wears suits every day to his job at the bank,but when he is at home in the evening and on weekends,he spends most of his time naked because that is what he finds most comfortable.Arnold's daytime behavior illustrates

The concepts of ostracism and conformity are related in that

Research on social influence in virtual groups shows that they

Baron and others (1996) found that participants' levels of conformity depended on how motivated they were to do well.When offered a financial incentive,conformity went

Informational influence occurs primarily because people

We can conclude that participants in Sheriff's study exhibited private conformity rather than public conformity because

The experience of being ostracized has been found to be

Participants in Asch's line judgment study______________conformed approximately______________percent of the time.

Normative influence tends to produce______________,whereas informational influence leads to______________.

Though she initially attended the pro-choice rally because all her friends were going,Marion now firmly believes in a woman's right to choose when it comes to abortion.Marion's new beliefs illustrate

In a study by Baron et al.(1996) in which groups of three participants were asked to act as eyewitnesses,the greatest level of conformity occurred when participants were motivated to beand the task was quite.

Participants in Asch's line judgment studyconformed approximatelypercent of the time.

Normative influence tends to produce,whereas informational influence leads to.