Variables affecting Conformity Flashcards
link to Asch's study.
1
Q
what factors affect conformity?
A
- group size
- unanimity
- task difficulty
2
Q
how did group size affect conformity?
A
increased conformity levels
* 3% with 1 confederate giving wrong answer
* 12.5% with 2 confederates
* 32% in critical trials with 3 confederates
3
Q
how did unanimity affect conformity?
A
decreased conformity levels
* one ally gave the correct answer, conformity went from 32% to 5.5%
4
Q
how did task difficulty affect conformity?
A
increased conformity levels due to ISI
* no percentage report
