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Syabella Triana
on Dec 22, 2024
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The findings of Asch's study on conformity would have led him to reject his original theory that:
A) people can conform even when they do not believe the group is correct.
B) housewives will be more persuaded to cook with offal if there is an established group norm.
C) if the object of judgement is unambiguous, people will not be influenced by the group.
D) people may conform because they believe their perceptions must be inaccurate and the group is correct.
Asch's Study
A series of experiments by Solomon Asch that demonstrated the power of conformity in groups, showing that individuals may agree with group consensus even when it contradicts their own senses.
Group Norm
Shared standards, rules, or expectations that influence behavior within a group of people.
Object of Judgement
The entity or individual that is being evaluated or assessed in a particular situation.
- Understand the contribution of social norms to individual behavior guidance and attitude development.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the contribution of social norms to individual behavior guidance and attitude development.