Which of the Following Is the Best Example of Normative

question 120

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best example of normative influence?

• A) a child goes along with his peers in bullying a new student out of fear of being bullied himself
• B) a man goes along with the investment choices of his roommates because of the belief that "they can't all be wrong"
• C) a woman complies with traditional feminine roles in order to win the favor of her traditional relatives
• D) an individual joins a gang to look cool in front of his friends

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Definitions:

Accrual Basis

An accounting method where revenue and expenses are recorded when they are earned or incurred, regardless of when the cash transaction occurs.

Double-entry Accounting

An accounting method that records each transaction twice, as both a debit and a credit, to ensure the accounting equation remains balanced.

Accounting Equation

The fundamental formula in accounting that represents the relationship between assets, liabilities, and owner's equity: Assets = Liabilities + Owner's Equity.

Net Worth

The total assets minus total liabilities of an individual or entity, representing financial position at a specific time.