Social influence questions

Question 1

What is the definition of conformity?

Answer 1

Conformity is the act of matching attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors to group norms.

Question 2

True or False: Normative conformity occurs when an individual conforms to be accepted by the group.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: Informational conformity is primarily driven by the need for _______.

Answer 3

accurate information

Question 4

Which type of conformity involves changing one’s behavior to fit in with a group, even if one does not agree with it?

Answer 4

Normative conformity

Question 5

What is the main difference between normative and informational conformity?

Answer 5

Normative conformity is based on the desire for acceptance, while informational conformity is based on the desire for accurate information.

Question 6

What is the main focus of Solomon Asch’s research?

Answer 6

The main focus is on conformity and how individuals yield to group pressure.

Question 7

True or False: Asch’s experiments showed that individuals often conform to group opinions even when they are clearly incorrect.

Answer 7

True

Question 8

In Asch’s conformity experiments, what did participants have to compare?

Answer 8

Participants had to compare the lengths of lines.

Question 9

Fill in the blank: Asch’s research demonstrated that __________ can lead individuals to conform to incorrect group answers.

Answer 9

social pressure

Question 10

What percentage of participants conformed to the group’s incorrect answers at least once in Asch’s study?

Answer 10

About 75% of participants conformed at least once.

Question 11

What is conformity?

Answer 11

Conformity is the act of matching attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors to group norms.

Question 12

True or False: Group size has no effect on conformity levels.

Answer 12

False

Question 13

Fill in the blank: The presence of __________ can increase the likelihood of conformity.

Answer 13

a majority or peer pressure

Question 14

Which variable is NOT typically associated with increased conformity? a) Group cohesion b) Group unanimity c) Individual independence d) Social status

Answer 14

c) Individual independence

Question 15

Short answer: How does the ambiguity of a task influence conformity?

Answer 15

Ambiguity increases conformity as individuals look to others for guidance when unsure.

Question 16

What is the definition of conformity?

Answer 16

Conformity is the act of changing one’s behavior or beliefs to match those of others or to adhere to social norms.

Question 17

True or False: Conformity only occurs in large groups.

Answer 17

False

Question 18

Fill in the blank: The theory that suggests people conform to be accepted or liked by others is known as __________.

Answer 18

normative social influence

Question 19

Which type of conformity occurs when an individual accepts influence because they believe the group is correct?

Answer 19

informational social influence

Question 20

What are two primary reasons people conform?

Answer 20

To gain acceptance (normative influence) and to obtain accurate information (informational influence).

Question 21

What was the primary aim of Zimbardo’s study?

Answer 21

To investigate the psychological effects of perceived power and the conformity to roles in a simulated prison environment.

Question 22

True or False: Zimbardo’s study demonstrated that individuals will always act in accordance with their personal morals.

Answer 22

False

Question 23

Fill in the blank: The study is commonly known as the __________.

Answer 23

Stanford prison experiment

Question 24

What roles were assigned to participants in Zimbardo’s study?

Answer 24

Guards and prisoners

Question 25

Multiple choice: What key concept did Zimbardo's study primarily explore? A) Obedience, B) Conformity, C) Authority, D) Groupthink

Answer 25

B) Conformity

Question 26

What was the main purpose of Milgram's obedience experiment?

Answer 26

To investigate the extent to which individuals would obey authority figures, even when it involved harming another person.

Question 27

True or False: Participants in Milgram's experiment believed they were administering real shocks to a learner.

Answer 27

True

Question 28

Fill in the blank: The maximum voltage used in Milgram's experiment was _____ volts.

Answer 28

450

Question 29

What percentage of participants administered the maximum shock in the original Milgram experiment?

Answer 29

65%

Question 30

Multiple Choice: Which of the following factors did NOT influence obedience in Milgram's study? A) Proximity to the learner B) Presence of an authority figure C) Personal beliefs D) Location of the experiment

Answer 30

C) Personal beliefs

Question 31

What is conformity?

Answer 31

The act of matching attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors to group norms.

Question 32

True or False: Situational variables can influence the level of conformity in individuals.

Answer 32

True

Question 33

Fill in the blank: The presence of a _____ can decrease conformity by providing social support.

Answer 33

dissenter

Question 34

Which situational variable decreases conformity when the group size is small?

Answer 34

Smaller group sizes generally lead to lower levels of conformity.

Question 35

Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a situational variable affecting conformity? A) Group size B) Unanimity C) Personal beliefs D) Anonymity

Answer 35

C) Personal beliefs

Question 36

What is the definition of an agentic state?

Answer 36

An agentic state is a psychological condition where individuals see themselves as agents executing the orders of an authority figure, leading to a diminished sense of personal responsibility.

Question 37

True or False: In an agentic state, individuals feel fully responsible for their actions.

Answer 37

False

Question 38

Fill in the blank: The agentic state is often contrasted with a ________ state, where individuals act according to their own values and beliefs.

Answer 38

autonomous

Question 39

Which psychologist is most associated with the concept of the agentic state?

Answer 39

Stanley Milgram

Question 40

Multiple Choice: In Milgram's experiments, what factor contributed to participants entering an agentic state?

Answer 40

The presence of an authoritative figure who instructed them to perform actions

Question 41

What is the definition of authoritarian personality?

Answer 41

An authoritarian personality is a personality type characterized by a belief in absolute obedience or submission to authority, often accompanied by a disdain for those who are perceived as inferior.

Question 42

True or False: Individuals with an authoritarian personality are typically open to new experiences.

Answer 42

False

Question 43

Fill in the blank: The authoritarian personality is often associated with __________ prejudice and rigid thinking.

Answer 43

social

Question 44

Which psychological theorist is most commonly associated with the concept of authoritarian personality?

Answer 44

Theodor W. Adorno

Question 45

Multiple Choice: Which of the following traits is commonly linked to authoritarian personality? A) Tolerance B) Open-mindedness C) Conventionalism D) Flexibility

Answer 45

C) Conventionalism

Question 46

What is social influence?

Answer 46

Social influence refers to the ways in which individuals change their thoughts, feelings, or behaviors as a result of interactions with others.

Question 47

True or False: Social support can enhance an individual's resistance to social influence.

Answer 47

True

Question 48

Fill in the blank: The presence of __________ can help individuals resist conformity pressures from a group.

Answer 48

social support

Question 49

Which theory suggests that individuals with a strong sense of self-efficacy are more likely to resist social influence?

Answer 49

Social Cognitive Theory

Question 50

What role does group size play in social influence resistance?

Answer 50

Larger group sizes can increase social pressure, making it more difficult for individuals to resist influence.

Question 51

What is the definition of locus of control?

Answer 51

Locus of control refers to an individual's belief about the extent to which they can control events affecting them.

Question 52

True or False: Individuals with an internal locus of control believe that their own actions significantly influence their life outcomes.

Answer 52

True

Question 53

Fill in the blank: People with an external locus of control tend to attribute their successes or failures to __________ factors.

Answer 53

external

Question 54

Which type of locus of control is associated with higher resilience to social influence?

Answer 54

Internal locus of control

Question 55

Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes an individual with an external locus of control? A) They believe they can change their circumstances. B) They feel that luck or fate controls their outcomes. C) They take responsibility for their actions.

Answer 55

B) They feel that luck or fate controls their outcomes.

Question 56

What is minority influence in psychology?

Answer 56

Minority influence refers to the process by which a smaller group or individual affects the beliefs or behaviors of a larger group.

Question 57

True or False: Minority influence is typically more effective when the minority is consistent in their views.

Answer 57

True

Question 58

Fill in the blank: The theory of minority influence was significantly developed by _____ and _____ in 1969.

Answer 58

Moscovici, Lage

Question 59

Which of the following is NOT a factor that enhances minority influence? A) Consistency B) Flexibility C) Majority support D) Commitment

Answer 59

C) Majority support

Question 60

What is the role of social validation in minority influence?

Answer 60

Social validation helps to legitimize the minority's viewpoint, making it more acceptable to others and potentially leading to a change in majority opinion.