Asch's study findings Flashcards
1
Q
What was the rate of conformity in the critical trials
A
On the 12 critical trials the conformity rate was 33%.
2
Q
What did participants say when interviewed after
A
When participants were interviewed afterwards they said they conformed to avoid rejection which demonstrates normative social influence
3
Q
What happened when Asch conducted a controlled condition
A
Asch conducted a control condition without the confederates giving wrong answers. Participants made mistakes 1% of the time.