Question 1

In the 60s and 70s,researchers observed only weak connections between personal characteristics and conformity.Later research finds

Accepted Answer

Later research finds that personal characteristics can predict average behaviors or tendencies towards conformity, rather than specific actions. This means that while someone's personality may not always determine their exact actions in a given situation, it can give insight into how likely they are to conform in general.

Question 2

When we go along with the crowd and act counter to our own beliefs and values,we are conforming because of

Accepted Answer

Normative influence refers to the type of social influence where people conform to the group's norms to fit in or avoid rejection. In this scenario, individuals conform even if it goes against their own beliefs and values because they want to be accepted by the group. Compliance (choice A) is a type of social influence that occurs when people conform to the group's norms to gain rewards or avoid punishment. Acceptance (choice B) is a type of social influence where people internalize the norms and beliefs of the group as their own. Informational influence (choice D) occurs when people conform to the group's norms because they believe the group has more knowledge or expertise in the situation.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Collectivist cultures place a higher value on group harmony and interdependence, which can lead individuals to be more responsive to others' influence and norms. In contrast, individuals in individualistic cultures value independence and are thus less likely to be influenced by others.

Question 4

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 5

Cultural values influence conformity.It is more responsive to others' influences

Accepted Answer

Collectivistic cultures place a stronger emphasis on conformity and the importance of the group over the individual, so cultural values in these societies are more likely to influence conformity. In contrast, individualistic cultures prioritize personal autonomy and independence, so conformity is less likely to be influenced by cultural values in these societies.

Question 6

Conformity based on a person's desire to fulfill others' expectations,often to gain their acceptance,is called

Accepted Answer

Normative influence is based on a person's desire to conform to the expectations of others to be accepted and liked. This type of conformity is driven by social pressure and the need for social approval. Compliance (A) refers to conformity that is motivated by the desire to gain rewards or avoid punishment, while acceptance (B) is a general sense of agreement or endorsement of an idea or belief. Informational influence (D) is a type of conformity driven by a person's desire to obtain correct information or guidance from others in ambiguous or uncertain situations.

Question 7

A social role is

Accepted Answer

A social role is a set of expectations and norms that outline how a person should behave in a particular social situation. The cluster of norms that define a role can include specific behaviors, attitudes, and values that are expected of the person occupying that role. Therefore, option A is the best choice. Option B is incorrect because social roles are an integral part of culture. Option C is incorrect because social roles have a strong influence on conformity. Option D is incorrect because awkwardness is not an inherent feature of social roles.

Question 8

Conformity that occurs when people accept evidence about reality that is provided by other people is called

Accepted Answer

Conformity due to accepting evidence about reality provided by others is informational influence. This is because people conform to norms or behaviors that they believe reflect the correct way to behave or understand a situation. Compliance (A) refers to conforming to a request or demand from another person, whereas normative influence (C) refers to conforming to fit in with a group and gain approval. Acceptance (B) is not specific enough to describe this type of conformity.

Question 9

When the influence of the situation is _______,the consequent behavior is more likely to be a result of _______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of When the influence of the situation is...

Question 10

Although he made a promise to himself to not take illegal drugs,Tom gave into peer pressure at a party to smoke marijuana because he did not want to be rejected by the others.Tom's conformity is a result of

Accepted Answer

Tom's behavior was influenced by the desire to fit in and be accepted by the group, which is an example of normative influence. Although he made a promise to himself not to take illegal drugs, he compromised his values to conform to the group's expectations. Compliance refers to publicly going along with group norms without truly believing in them. Acceptance refers to internalizing and believing in group norms. Informational influence occurs when someone looks to others for guidance in an ambiguous or unfamiliar situation, which does not apply in this scenario.

Question 11

Normative influence leads to compliance,especially for those

Accepted Answer

Normative influence leads to compliance as individuals seek social approval or acceptance, which is often the case for those trying to climb a status ladder.

Question 12

Conformity is greater when people respond publicly before a group.This pattern reflects

Accepted Answer

Normative influence is the pressure to conform to social norms or expectations in order to be accepted by a group. Responding publicly before a group increases normative influence because individuals may fear rejection or disapproval if they deviate from the group norm. Compliance (A) is a type of social influence where people change their behavior to match others, often due to the request or influence of an authority figure. Acceptance (B) is the genuine belief in and adoption of a particular idea or behavior, which may result from informational influence (D), where people change their beliefs or behaviors based on information provided by others. However, the question specifically mentions conformity, which is more closely related to normative influence than informational influence.

Question 13

Conformity is greater when people feel incompetent.This pattern reflects

Accepted Answer

The scenario described in the question where conformity is greater when people feel incompetent reflects informational influence. This means that individuals conform to the opinions and behaviors of others in order to gain knowledge or information about a particular situation or task. When people feel unsure or inexperienced, they are more likely to seek guidance and direction from others and conform to their actions in order to learn and improve their skills. The other options, compliance, acceptance, and normative influence, may also play a role in conformity, but they are not explicitly mentioned or strongly suggested in the scenario given.

Question 14

Bearman and Bruckner (2001)found that teens who made a public virginity-till-marriage pledge became _______ likely to remain sexually abstinent than similar teens who do not make the pledge.

Accepted Answer

Bearman and Bruckner (2001) found that teens who made a public virginity-till-marriage pledge were somewhat more likely to remain sexually abstinent than similar teens who did not make the pledge.

Question 15

Bearman and Bruckner (2001)found that teens who made a public virginity-till-marriage pledge became somewhat more likely to remain sexually abstinent than similar teens who do not make the pledge.This is an example of how

Accepted Answer

Bearman and Bruckner's study demonstrated that public commitment, in the form of making a virginity pledge, can reduce susceptibility to social influence and increase the likelihood of maintaining a behavior (sexual abstinence). This suggests that public commitment can be a powerful tool for behavior change, as it increases the individual's motivation to act in accordance with their stated intentions.

Question 16

According to the text,personality predicts behavior when social influences are

Accepted Answer

Personality predicts behavior when social influences are weak, meaning that the situation or context is not exerting a strong influence on the individual. When social influences are strong, personality has less of a predictive role. Therefore, option D is the best choice as it correctly identifies this relationship.

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT an example of informational influence?

Accepted Answer

Being bilingual is not directly related to informational influence, which involves seeking out and relying on others' opinions or expertise to make decisions or form beliefs. The other choices all reflect circumstances where informational influence may be more likely to occur.

Question 18

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

The answer of In conformity research,Stephens (2007)found _____ people tend...

Question 19

The degree to which personality predicts our behavior is _______ related to the degree to which social influences predict our behavior.

Accepted Answer

Personality and social influences often have an inverse relationship in predicting behavior; as the influence of one increases, the influence of the other tends to decrease.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

Conformity and obedience are universal phenomena, meaning they occur across cultures, but the degree and nature of these phenomena can vary across cultures due to differences in societal norms and values. Therefore, while both collectivistic and individualistic cultures exhibit conformity and obedience, the ways in which they are expressed may differ.

Quiz 6: Conformity and Obedience

In the 60s and 70s,researchers observed only weak connections between personal characteristics and conformity.Later research finds

When we go along with the crowd and act counter to our own beliefs and values,we are conforming because of

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

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

Cultural values influence conformity.It is more responsive to others' influences

Conformity based on a person's desire to fulfill others' expectations,often to gain their acceptance,is called

A social role is

Conformity that occurs when people accept evidence about reality that is provided by other people is called

When the influence of the situation is _,the consequent behavior is more likely to be a result of _.

Although he made a promise to himself to not take illegal drugs,Tom gave into peer pressure at a party to smoke marijuana because he did not want to be rejected by the others.Tom's conformity is a result of

Normative influence leads to compliance,especially for those

Conformity is greater when people respond publicly before a group.This pattern reflects

Conformity is greater when people feel incompetent.This pattern reflects

Bearman and Bruckner (2001) found that teens who made a public virginity-till-marriage pledge became _______ likely to remain sexually abstinent than similar teens who do not make the pledge.

Bearman and Bruckner (2001) found that teens who made a public virginity-till-marriage pledge became somewhat more likely to remain sexually abstinent than similar teens who do not make the pledge.This is an example of how

According to the text,personality predicts behavior when social influences are

Which of the following is NOT an example of 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.

The degree to which personality predicts our behavior is _______ related to the degree to which social influences predict our behavior.

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

Quiz 6: Conformity and Obedience

In the 60s and 70s,researchers observed only weak connections between personal characteristics and conformity.Later research finds

When we go along with the crowd and act counter to our own beliefs and values,we are conforming because of

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

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

Cultural values influence conformity.It is more responsive to others' influences

Conformity based on a person's desire to fulfill others' expectations,often to gain their acceptance,is called

A social role is

Conformity that occurs when people accept evidence about reality that is provided by other people is called

When the influence of the situation is _______,the consequent behavior is more likely to be a result of _______.

Although he made a promise to himself to not take illegal drugs,Tom gave into peer pressure at a party to smoke marijuana because he did not want to be rejected by the others.Tom's conformity is a result of

Normative influence leads to compliance,especially for those

Conformity is greater when people respond publicly before a group.This pattern reflects

Conformity is greater when people feel incompetent.This pattern reflects

Bearman and Bruckner (2001) found that teens who made a public virginity-till-marriage pledge became _______ likely to remain sexually abstinent than similar teens who do not make the pledge.

Bearman and Bruckner (2001) found that teens who made a public virginity-till-marriage pledge became somewhat more likely to remain sexually abstinent than similar teens who do not make the pledge.This is an example of how

According to the text,personality predicts behavior when social influences are

Which of the following is NOT an example of 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.

The degree to which personality predicts our behavior is _______ related to the degree to which social influences predict our behavior.

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

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

When the influence of the situation is _,the consequent behavior is more likely to be a result of _.

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