Which of the Following Qualities in a Friend Was the Most

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following qualities in a friend was the most sought after by respondents in a recent Psychology Today poll?

• A) ability to keep confidences
• B) supportiveness
• C) warmth and affection
• D) honesty

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance Theory

A psychological theory suggesting that individuals experience discomfort and distress when holding two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values, often leading to changes in beliefs or attitudes.

Attribution Theory

A social psychology theory which explains how individuals pinpoint the causes of their own and others' behaviors.

Asch Procedure

A method used in social psychology to study conformity, where participants are asked to match line lengths in a group setting, revealing the influence of peer pressure.

Conformity

The act or behavior of aligning one's beliefs, attitudes, and actions to those of a group or societal norms, often to fit in or be accepted by others.