Which of the Following Theories Explains Group Polarization as Being

question 102

Multiple Choice

Which of the following theories explains group polarization as being the result of normative social influence?

• A) social facilitation theory
• B) social comparison theory
• C) persuasive arguments theory
• D) social loafing theory

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Definitions:

Cognitive Psychologist

A professional who studies mental processes such as "attention, language use, memory, perception, problem-solving, creativity, and thinking."

Information Processing

Describes the manner in which individuals encode, store, and retrieve information, based on theories comparing the mind to a computer.

Clinicians

Medical professionals who work directly with patients in diagnosing and treating illness, rather than conducting research or working on policy.

Psychology

The examination of human mental processes and their roles, especially in regards to how they determine behavior in certain environments.