Chapter 16 - Conformity and Obedience Flashcards

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Conformity

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Changing one’s attitude or behavior to match a perceived social norm.

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Descriptive norm

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The perception of what most people do in a given situation.

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Informational influence

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Conformity that results from a concern to act in a socially approved manner as determined by how others act.

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Normative influence

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Conformity that results from a concern for what other people think of us.

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Obedience

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Responding to an order or command from a person in a position of authority.

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