If a Person Makes a Prior Commitment to a View

question 23

Multiple Choice

If a person makes a prior commitment to a view that differs from the group opinion, he or she will tend to be:

• A) less susceptible to group pressure to conform
• B) more open to group pressure to conform
• C) less confident of his or her own view
• D) more open to conform to the group's opinion on a different issue

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Definitions:

Consensual Marriage

A marriage based on the mutual agreement and decision of the individuals involved to enter the relationship.

Status

The social or professional standing or rank of an individual or thing.

Ranking

The hierarchy or order of items according to their importance, quality, performance, etc.

Insecurity

A feeling of uncertainty or anxiety about oneself; a lack of confidence.