Factors affecting conformity

Question 1

group size

Answer 1

Any more than 3 or 4 people and there will be conformity. If these first 3 or 4 people give the same answer there is unanimity.

Question 2

unanimity

Answer 2

If the majority gives the same answer (unanimous) then an individual feels great pressure to conform.

Question 3

normative social influence

Answer 3

Social influence that occurs because people believe that others expect them to behave in a particular way or to hold a particular attitude.
The need to be accepted by others and belong.
Can result in public compliance without private acceptance.

Question 4

social learning theory

Answer 4

punishment and reward
vicarious reinforcement

Question 5

informational social influence

Answer 5

conforming because we believe in the information we are presented with to be true

Question 6

culture

Answer 6

Individualistic cultures have a lower level of conformity as they focus on personal achievement and independence.

Question 7

Deindividuation

Answer 7

The loss of individuality and the sense of anonymity that can occur in a group situation.