Why Does a Consistent Behavioural Style Increase Minority Influence

question 12

Multiple Choice

Why does a consistent behavioural style increase minority influence?

• A) because a consistent minority will be more likely to generate many counter-arguments
• B) because a consistent minority challenges the majority in a positive way
• C) because the position advocated by a consistent minority is more likely to be perceived as valid
• D) because a consistent minority is easier for the majority to dismiss

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Definitions:

Diameter

A straight line passing from side to side through the center of a body or figure, especially a circle or sphere.

Osteoblasts

Bone-forming cells that synthesize the bone matrix and are responsible for bone growth and repair.

Chondrocytes

Chondrocytes are the only cells found within healthy cartilage, responsible for maintaining the cartilaginous matrix.

Periosteum

Bones are encompassed by a rich, vascular connective tissue layer, dense except at the points where joints are formed.