Vince has always believed children deserve the best prenatal care available. During a class discussion, he hears the first of several speakers express very negative attitudes toward spending tax money on prenatal care for the poor. When it is his turn to speak, he voices an opinion more in keeping with the previous speakers. Vince's behavior is an example of _______________________.

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Vince's behavior of conforming to the negative attitudes expressed by the previous speakers during the class discussion is an example of conformity, where he changes his own beliefs or behaviors to align with those of a group or society. Compliance and obedience imply a more direct following of authority or rules, while altruism refers to selfless concern for the welfare of others, which does not match Vince's behavior in this scenario.

Vince Has Always Believed Children Deserve the Best Prenatal Care