An individual in a group can influence the behavior or beliefs of the majority. This is known as __________.
A) withdrawn influence
B) minority influence
C) private acceptance
D) normative power

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Minority influence refers to a situation where an individual or a small group of people influence the attitudes or behaviors of a larger group. This can occur through consistent and persistent communication of their views, which can lead to a shift in the majority's beliefs or behavior. This is different from normative power, which is the influence that comes from conforming to social norms or the expectations of the group. Private acceptance refers to the genuine acceptance of a belief or behavior, as opposed to just conforming to avoid social disapproval. Withdrawn influence is not a recognized concept in social psychology.

An Individual in a Group Can Influence the Behavior or Beliefs