Obedience refers to
A) going along with one's peers, who have no special right to direct one's behavior.
B) compliance with higher authorities in a hierarchical structure.
C) penalties and rewards for conduct concerning a social norm.
D) going along with one's peers, who have no special right to direct that one's behavior, and compliance with higher authorities in a hierarchical structure.

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Obedience refers to compliance with higher authorities in a hierarchical structure, such as following rules and orders from a supervisor or government official. Choices A and C are more related to conformity and social norms, respectively. Choice D is a combination of both obedience and conformity, but since the question only asks for obedience, choice B is the best answer.

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