Asch Line Study (conformity) Flashcards
1
Q
Purpose of the study
A
to demonstrate the power of conformity in groups
2
Q
subjects were more likely to give the incorrect answer if…
A
confederates were unanimous in their answer
3
Q
when there were at least 3 confederates present, what proportion conformed to the majority?
A
a high proportion (37%)
4
Q
the use of all male American students means that the study…
A
- is not representative
- cannot be generalised
- lacks external validity
5
Q
The study was conducted in a lab, meaning that…
A
- it lacks external validity
- results are more valid as it was highly controlled
6
Q
as task difficulty increases…
A
conformity increases
