Asked by Christian Ronald Bourdeau on Jun 11, 2024
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Keisha and Myrtle are taking part in a study using Sherif's autokinetic effect paradigm.Keisha does the study in a group with three other people whereas Myrtle does the study alone.Just like in the original studies, Keisha's estimates of how far the pinpoint of light moved are _____________ the estimates of the other three other people than Myrtle's, due to _____________ influence.
A) more similar to; normative
B) more similar to; informational
C) more different from; rejecting
D) more different from; informational
Normative Influence
The effect of societal norms and expectations on an individual's behavior, prompting conformity to group standards.
Informational Influence
A type of social influence that involves conforming to the beliefs or behaviors of a group based on the desire for accuracy in situations where the correct action or belief is uncertain.
Autokinetic Effect
A phenomenon where a stationary point of light appears to move in a dark room due to small eye movements.
- Outline how normative and informational influence shape individual behaviors in group settings.
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Learning Objectives
- Outline how normative and informational influence shape individual behaviors in group settings.
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