Lacey has reviewed the literature on conformity and obedience for a term paper. If her conclusions are similar to those presented in the textbook, she is likely to suggest that:
A) conformity and obedience are not necessarily bad in and of themselves and are important for an orderly society.
B) human beings are genetically predisposed to conform to group norms and obey authority figures even if it means hurting or killing other people.
C) normative social influence has little or no effect on the degree of conformity and obedience in ambiguous situations.
D) conformity and obedience are bad because they inhibit the creative and innovative initiatives necessary for a progressive society.
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