Solomon Asch (1951, 1956) conducted a series of studies in which participants were asked to estimate the lengths of lines that clearly differed in length. Participants then heard the other group members give correct estimations for some trials, and blatantly incorrect estimations for others. When confederates in the study gave an incorrect response, how did participants respond?
A) They refused to provide an obviously incorrect answer.
B) They tried to correct the confederates' mistakes and persuade them to make the correct choice.
C) They tended to conform on at least one of the trials.
D) They refused to answer, or "passed" their turn.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Participants in Asch's studies tended to conform on at least one of the trials, even if they knew the correct answer. This suggests that the pressure to conform with the group was strong enough to override their own judgments. However, not all participants conformed on every trial, and some refused to conform at all.

Solomon Asch (1951, 1956) Conducted a Series of Studies in Which