Martin, Hewston And Martin - Resistance To Messages As A Function Of Majority And Minority Flashcards
1
Q
What was the aim?
A
To see if opinions given by minority or majority influence are more resistant to conflicting opinions
2
Q
How many students?
A
48 British students
3
Q
What was the students initial attitude?
A
Being supportive of voluntary euthanasia
4
Q
What did students receive?
A
2 messages
5
Q
What was the first message?
A
Six arguments against voluntary euthanasia supported by minority/majority
6
Q
What was the second message?
A
6 arguments for voluntary euthanasia
7
Q
When were attitudes measured?
A
After the presentation of both messages
8
Q
What were more resistant to change?
A
Attitudes following minority support for the pro attitudinal message
