Drew is Jewish, but today he will attend a Lutheran church with his friend, Cheryl. If Drew were to ________, it would be an example of the Asch effect.

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The Asch effect refers to the tendency to conform to group norms even when they go against our own beliefs or values. In this situation, Drew is attending a Lutheran church with his friend, so if he were to do what the other churchgoers are doing (i.e. conform to the group norms), it would be an example of the Asch effect. The other options do not necessarily involve conformity to group norms. A is an example of persuasion, B is an example of preparation, C is an example of finding common ground, and D is an example of negativity bias.

Drew Is Jewish, but Today He Will Attend a Lutheran