Asked by claire Fiedtkou on Jul 26, 2024

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Even though she thought it was silly, Emily wore pink and green ribbons in her hair as her friends did. This is an example of:

A) a group role.
B) a group norm.
C) conformity.
D) obedience.

Group Norms

The unwritten and often unspoken set of informal rules that govern individual behaviors in a group, which members are expected to follow.

Conformity

The adjustment of one's behavior or beliefs to match those of others, typically as a response to real or imagined group pressure.

  • Acquire knowledge on the ideas of conformity, compliance, and obedience in the context of social psychology.
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Takiya BakerAug 01, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Conformity refers to adjusting one's behavior or thinking to match those of others, often as a result of real or imagined group pressure. Emily wearing ribbons to match her friends, despite finding it silly, is an example of conforming to the group's expectations or behaviors.