Which of the Following Pairs of Variables Are Likely to Be

question 238

Multiple Choice

Which of the following pairs of variables are likely to be positively correlated?

• A) outdoor temperature and hot chocolate sales
• B) damage to a car and speed at the time of accident
• C) the price of a car and the age of a car
• D) hours spent watching TV and grade point average

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Definitions:

Conformity

The act of matching attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors to group norms, politics, or being consistent with the accepted standards in a society.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological discomfort experienced when holding two or more conflicting beliefs, values, or attitudes.

Informational Social Influence

The influence to conform with a group's behavior based on the belief that the group is competent and has the correct information.

Normative Social Influence

A type of social influence that leads individuals to conform in order to be liked and accepted by the group.