__________ suggests that social influence depends on the strength,immediacy,and number of source persons relative to the target person.

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The statement describes the three key factors of social impact theory, which proposes that social influence is determined by the strength (e.g. status, expertise) of the source, the immediacy (proximity, similarity) of the source to the target person, and the number of sources relative to the target person. Social comparison theory (B) relates to how individuals evaluate themselves based on comparisons with others. Social contact theory (C) focuses on intergroup relations and reducing prejudice through increased contact between groups. The contact hypothesis (D) is a specific application of social contact theory that suggests positive interactions between members of different groups can reduce prejudice.

__________ Suggests That Social Influence Depends on the Strength,immediacy,and Number