Asked by Natacha Guerrero Ortiz on Jun 23, 2024

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Nate is looking to purchase a new car.He was set to buy a Ford Escape,but after reading Consumer Reports,along with several positive customer reviews,he was convinced to buy a Subaru Forester,which was rated higher for fuel economy and safety.Nate's decision best illustrates the impact of

A) groupthink.
B) informational social influence.
C) social facilitation.
D) normative social influence.

Informational Social Influence

A psychological process where individuals change their attitudes or behavior based on the information or evidence presented by others, particularly in uncertain situations.

Fuel Economy

A measure of how efficiently a vehicle uses fuel, often expressed in miles per gallon (mpg) or liters per 100 kilometers (l/100km).

Ford Escape

A compact crossover vehicle produced by Ford, known for its versatility, fuel efficiency, and technology features.

  • Apprehend the aspects that dictate conformity, including normative and informational social impacts.
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Khayle AlacerJun 24, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Nate's decision to buy a Subaru Forester after reading Consumer Reports and positive customer reviews best illustrates informational social influence, as he was influenced by the information and opinions of others. Groupthink, social facilitation, and normative social influence do not apply to the situation described.