A Good Rule of Thumb to Use in Predicting Conformity

question 8

Multiple Choice

A good rule of thumb to use in predicting conformity in an ambiguous situation is that there will be a greater dependence on __________ when physical reality is lacking as a basis for judgment.

• A) objective reality
• B) personal intuition
• C) social reality
• D) groupthink

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Definitions:

Psychiatric Patients

Individuals receiving treatment for mental health disorders, ranging from mood disorders to more severe mental illnesses.

Violent Activity

Actions or behaviors that involve force with the intent to cause physical harm or damage to persons or property.

Community Comparison Group

A group of individuals who do not receive the intervention or treatment being studied but are similar in other characteristics to the group that does.

Wyatt Standards

Legal standards established from a case to ensure the humane treatment and rights of mental health patients, including the right to receive individual treatment and care.