Elisabeth attended a concert with her dad and proceeded to stand on the chair and scream for the band. Although her father tried to get her down twice, Elisabeth refused. A security guard asked her once, and she complied, behaving for the rest of the concert. Which principle of compliance was at work here?

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The principle of authority was at work here because Elisabeth complied with the request when it came from a security guard, a figure of authority, rather than her father. Authority figures carry perceived power or influence, which can lead to higher rates of compliance.

Elisabeth Attended a Concert with Her Dad and Proceeded to Stand