In the last department Ann worked in,people could take extra time during work breaks without other members of the group saying anything.In her new department,if you take extra time,your coworkers are likely to make caustic remarks when you get back to your desk.From the new group's point of view,this example deals with what concept?
A) Norm conformity
B) Group cohesiveness
C) Norm generalization
D) Norm variation
E) Norm attribution

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The concept being addressed in this example is norm conformity, as it involves the extent to which individuals follow the norms of their group. The new department has a different norm surrounding work breaks than the previous department, resulting in different reactions to individuals taking extra time during those breaks.

In the Last Department Ann Worked In,people Could Take Extra