Conformity Resulting from the Acceptance of Others' Opinions About Reality

question 83

Multiple Choice

Conformity resulting from the acceptance of others' opinions about reality is said to be a response to

• A) group polarization.
• B) social facilitation.
• C) informational social influence.
• D) normative social influence.

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Definitions:

Hidden Observer

A hypothetical part of the mind proposed by Ernest Hilgard to account for phenomena in hypnosis where a subject can observe their pain without feeling distressed.

Altered State

A mental state that significantly differs from normal waking consciousness, often induced by substances, meditation, hypnosis, or psychological stress.

Brain Waves

Brain waves refer to the patterns of electrical activity generated by the brain and can be detected using EEG (electroencephalography).

Amphetamines

A class of stimulant drugs that increase activity in the brain and are used to treat conditions like ADHD and narcolepsy.