Key Terms Flashcards
1
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Conformity
A
A change in a persons beliefs or behaviours due to real or imagined social pressure
2
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Social role
A
Parts people play as members of a society
3
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Obedience
A
Form of social influence in which individuals follow a direct order (usually an authoritative figure who has the power to punish when obedient behaviour isn’t forthcoming)
4
Q
Define situational variables
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Features of the physical and social environment which may influence a persons behaviour
5
Q
Define dispositional explanation
A
Any explanation of behaviour that highlights the importance of the individuals personality
