Asked by Lechaun Duhart on May 10, 2024
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Which scenario illustrates the bad apple effect?
A) Denny has always been a bit deviant. Since he has been deviant at many times and in many situations, he is likely to be deviant many more times and in many more situations in the future as well.
B) Tanya experiences social rejection by her peers. As a result, she begins to shoplift and vandalize buildings.
C) Fifth-grader Ursula began playing pranks on her teacher about a month ago-throwing things at him when his back was turned and making derogatory jokes at his expense. Now, the class is in mayhem because gradually everyone else in the class began copying her.
D) Edwin is eight, and he experiences social rejection by his peers. As a result, he learns to socially reject other children as soon as he meets them.
Bad Apple Effect
The phenomenon where the negative behaviors of a single group member can disproportionately influence the group's performance or cohesion.
Deviant
Behaving or straying from the accepted norms or standards of a society or group.
- Gain insight into the notion of the "bad apple effect" and its impact on group dynamics and compliance.
Verified Answer
CA
Christopher AniusMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The bad apple effect refers to the phenomenon where the negative behavior or attitude of a single individual can influence the entire group, leading to a deterioration in the group's overall performance or behavior. In choice C, Ursula's pranks and negative behavior towards the teacher gradually influence the entire class to engage in similar behavior, illustrating the bad apple effect.
Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into the notion of the "bad apple effect" and its impact on group dynamics and compliance.