Question 1

Lillian is an adolescent girl,and her mother insists that Lillian bathe twice a day and maintain personal hygiene.Lillian does not listen to her mother.Lillian most likely exhibits _____ in this scenario.

Accepted Answer

Psychological reactance is the tendency for an individual to resist or react negatively to attempts to influence their behavior or choices. In this scenario, Lillian's reluctance to follow her mother's instructions may be due to her feeling that her freedom or autonomy is being threatened.

Question 2

Conformity is greater when people feel incompetent.This pattern reflects:

Accepted Answer

Informational influence is the tendency for people to conform to the behaviors and opinions of others when they are uncertain about what is true or correct. When people feel incompetent, they may lack the knowledge or expertise to confidently form their own opinions or behaviors, making them more likely to rely on the opinions and behaviors of others, resulting in increased conformity.

Question 3

A concern for _____ produces normative influence,while a concern for _____ produces informational influence.

Accepted Answer

Normative influence is driven by a desire to fit in or be accepted by a group (concern for social image), while informational influence occurs when individuals look to others for guidance about how to behave, often because they want to be correct in situations where the correct action or belief is uncertain.

Question 4

According to Morton Deutsch and Harold Gerard (1955),which of the following instances of greater conformity reflects informational influence?

Accepted Answer

Informational influence is the perception of others as a source of accurate information. When people care about being right, they may conform to the group's norms because they believe the group's judgment is better or more accurate than their own. Therefore, when people care about being right, they are more likely to conform to informational influence.

Question 5

Thomas and Maya have been married for eight years.Lately,Thomas has developed a drinking habit,and Maya tries to dissuade him from this habit.However,he drinks more than usual when Maya rebukes him.Thomas most likely exemplifies _____ in this scenario.

Accepted Answer

Thomas is exhibiting psychological reactance, which is the increased desire to perform a behavior that is being discouraged or restricted. In this case, Maya is trying to dissuade Thomas from drinking, but he is reacting by drinking more when she rebukes him.

Question 6

Identify the situation in which conformity is the highest.

Accepted Answer

Conformity tends to be highest when individuals must respond publicly in front of others and have not made a prior commitment to a specific stance or decision. This is because the presence of others and the lack of a prior commitment increase the social pressure to conform to the group's norms or decisions.

Question 7

Davis,an immigrant,has been living in the United States for five years.Although he does not particularly like coffee,he regularly drinks Starbucks coffee before he starts his work because his colleagues drink it regularly.Identify the reason for Davis's behavior in this scenario.

Accepted Answer

Davis is conforming to the norm of his colleagues by drinking the same brand of coffee as them. This is an example of normative influence, where an individual conforms to the expectations or norms of a group to gain acceptance or avoid rejection.

Question 8

Williams,a 60-year-old man,decides to be a vegetarian henceforth and thus contribute his part in reducing carbon footprint.He believes this would reduce global warming.In this scenario,Williams most likely exemplifies _____.

Accepted Answer

Williams is exemplifying normative influence, which refers to the influence that social norms and expectations have on an individual's behavior. He is making a decision based on his belief that being a vegetarian will help reduce carbon footprint and global warming, which aligns with the social norm of environmentally conscious behavior.

Question 9

High school students Aisha and Jared have been dating each other casually.When Aisha's parents tell her to stop seeing Jared and ask her to go out with "nicer boys," Aisha announces that she and Jared are actually "in love" and have decided to go steady.Aisha's behavior most likely illustrates the effects of:

Accepted Answer

Aisha's behavior illustrates psychological reactance, which refers to the tendency for individuals to resist attempts to limit their freedom or choices. Aisha's parents telling her to stop seeing Jared and go out with "nicer boys" threatened her sense of freedom and choice, which may have led her to feel inclined to rebel and go against their wishes by declaring that she and Jared are in love and going steady.

Question 10

Jason,a free-spirited young man,is traveling to the Bahamas for the first time.He depends on his friends' reviews to decide on the islands to visit during the trip.He makes his hotel bookings based on hotel reviews by a travel website.In this scenario,Jason most likely exemplifies _____.

Accepted Answer

Jason is relying on his friends' and online reviews to make informed decisions about his trip, which is an example of informational influence. Psychological reactance refers to the tendency to do the opposite of what is suggested when one feels their freedom is threatened, which is not applicable in this scenario. Normative influence refers to conforming to social norms, which is not evident in Jason's behavior. Assertion of uniqueness refers to the desire to be different from others, which is not applicable in this scenario.

Question 11

When Native American Regina returned to the United States after two years in Madagascar,she felt uncomfortable and out of place.She was most likely experiencing:

Accepted Answer

Regina's feelings of discomfort and not fitting in are consistent with reentry distress, which often occurs when individuals return to their home culture after an extended period of time living abroad. This can include feelings of disorientation, confusion, and a sense of alienation from familiar surroundings.

Question 12

A social role is:

Accepted Answer

A social role is a set of norms, expectations, and behaviors associated with a particular social status in a given society. It guides behavior and establishes the expected ways individuals in that role should interact with others. Thus, a social role comprises a cluster of norms.

Question 13

In the context of personality,who among the following is most likely to conform?

Accepted Answer

An individual who doubts the existence of free will may be more inclined to conform, as they might believe that their actions are predetermined or influenced by external factors, leading them to follow societal norms and expectations.

Question 14

Compared to people in individualistic countries,those in collectivist countries are:

Accepted Answer

Collectivist cultures value harmony and adherence to social norms, making individuals in these cultures more likely to conform to group expectations.

Question 15

In the context of Asch's experiment conducted in the 1950s,which of the following is true of the conformity among people in different countries or cultures?

Accepted Answer

Asch's experiment found that people in collectivistic cultures (such as those in Asia) were more likely to conform to the group judgment than those in individualistic cultures (such as those in Western countries). Therefore, choice B is the correct answer. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as there is no evidence in Asch's experiment to support them.

Question 16

In conformity research,Stephens (2007)found _____ people tend to prefer being similar to others,while _____ people strongly prefer to see themselves as unique.

Accepted Answer

Stephens (2007) found that working-class people tend to prefer being similar to others, while middle-class people strongly prefer to see themselves as unique.

Question 17

Identify the true statement about the relationship between personality and conformity.

Accepted Answer

Novelty seekers, who are characterized by a desire for new and stimulating experiences, tend to be less likely to conform as they often prioritize individuality and exploration over adhering to social norms.

Question 18

In the context of social roles,which of the following statements is true of roles and conformity?

Accepted Answer

Role reversal, where individuals switch roles to experience and understand different perspectives, can indeed be seen as a form of temporary conformity. This is because, during role reversal, individuals conform to the behaviors, attitudes, and expectations associated with the new role they are taking on, albeit temporarily.

Question 19

According to various studies on the effect of personality on conformity,who among the following is more likely to conform than the others?

Accepted Answer

Individuals who follow the rules are more likely to conform as they tend to place importance on maintaining social norms and expectations. This is supported by research on the Big Five personality traits which shows that individuals high in agreeableness (which includes a tendency to be compliant and cooperative) are more likely to conform.

Question 20

Which of the following statements is true of conformity and obedience?

Accepted Answer

Conformity and obedience are universal phenomena that vary by culture. While individuals in collectivistic cultures may prioritize group harmony and conformity, and those in individualistic cultures may prioritize personal autonomy and non-conformity, both conformity and obedience are present in all cultures to varying degrees. Cultural norms, values, and expectations shape when and to what extent individuals conform and obey.

Quiz 6: Conformity and Obedience

Lillian is an adolescent girl,and her mother insists that Lillian bathe twice a day and maintain personal hygiene.Lillian does not listen to her mother.Lillian most likely exhibits _____ in this scenario.

Conformity is greater when people feel incompetent.This pattern reflects:

A concern for _ produces normative influence,while a concern for _ produces informational influence.

According to Morton Deutsch and Harold Gerard (1955) ,which of the following instances of greater conformity reflects informational influence?

Thomas and Maya have been married for eight years.Lately,Thomas has developed a drinking habit,and Maya tries to dissuade him from this habit.However,he drinks more than usual when Maya rebukes him.Thomas most likely exemplifies _____ in this scenario.

Identify the situation in which conformity is the highest.

Davis,an immigrant,has been living in the United States for five years.Although he does not particularly like coffee,he regularly drinks Starbucks coffee before he starts his work because his colleagues drink it regularly.Identify the reason for Davis's behavior in this scenario.

Williams,a 60-year-old man,decides to be a vegetarian henceforth and thus contribute his part in reducing carbon footprint.He believes this would reduce global warming.In this scenario,Williams most likely exemplifies _____.

Jason,a free-spirited young man,is traveling to the Bahamas for the first time.He depends on his friends' reviews to decide on the islands to visit during the trip.He makes his hotel bookings based on hotel reviews by a travel website.In this scenario,Jason most likely exemplifies _____.

When Native American Regina returned to the United States after two years in Madagascar,she felt uncomfortable and out of place.She was most likely experiencing:

A social role is:

In the context of personality,who among the following is most likely to conform?

Compared to people in individualistic countries,those in collectivist countries are:

In the context of Asch's experiment conducted in the 1950s,which of the following is true of the conformity among people in different countries or cultures?

In conformity research,Stephens (2007) found _ people tend to prefer being similar to others,while _ people strongly prefer to see themselves as unique.

Identify the true statement about the relationship between personality and conformity.

In the context of social roles,which of the following statements is true of roles and conformity?

According to various studies on the effect of personality on conformity,who among the following is more likely to conform than the others?

Which of the following statements is true of conformity and obedience?

Quiz 6: Conformity and Obedience

Lillian is an adolescent girl,and her mother insists that Lillian bathe twice a day and maintain personal hygiene.Lillian does not listen to her mother.Lillian most likely exhibits _____ in this scenario.

Conformity is greater when people feel incompetent.This pattern reflects:

A concern for _____ produces normative influence,while a concern for _____ produces informational influence.

According to Morton Deutsch and Harold Gerard (1955) ,which of the following instances of greater conformity reflects informational influence?

Thomas and Maya have been married for eight years.Lately,Thomas has developed a drinking habit,and Maya tries to dissuade him from this habit.However,he drinks more than usual when Maya rebukes him.Thomas most likely exemplifies _____ in this scenario.

Identify the situation in which conformity is the highest.

Davis,an immigrant,has been living in the United States for five years.Although he does not particularly like coffee,he regularly drinks Starbucks coffee before he starts his work because his colleagues drink it regularly.Identify the reason for Davis's behavior in this scenario.

Williams,a 60-year-old man,decides to be a vegetarian henceforth and thus contribute his part in reducing carbon footprint.He believes this would reduce global warming.In this scenario,Williams most likely exemplifies _____.

Jason,a free-spirited young man,is traveling to the Bahamas for the first time.He depends on his friends' reviews to decide on the islands to visit during the trip.He makes his hotel bookings based on hotel reviews by a travel website.In this scenario,Jason most likely exemplifies _____.

When Native American Regina returned to the United States after two years in Madagascar,she felt uncomfortable and out of place.She was most likely experiencing:

A social role is:

In the context of personality,who among the following is most likely to conform?

Compared to people in individualistic countries,those in collectivist countries are:

In the context of Asch's experiment conducted in the 1950s,which of the following is true of the conformity among people in different countries or cultures?

In conformity research,Stephens (2007) found _____ people tend to prefer being similar to others,while _____ people strongly prefer to see themselves as unique.

Identify the true statement about the relationship between personality and conformity.

In the context of social roles,which of the following statements is true of roles and conformity?

According to various studies on the effect of personality on conformity,who among the following is more likely to conform than the others?

Which of the following statements is true of conformity and obedience?

A concern for _ produces normative influence,while a concern for _ produces informational influence.

In conformity research,Stephens (2007) found _ people tend to prefer being similar to others,while _ people strongly prefer to see themselves as unique.