Some Researchers Identify What They Call an "Inhibited" Style in Very

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Multiple Choice

Some researchers identify what they call an "inhibited" style in very young children. This research can be used to argue that

• A) a child's personality resembles a "blank slate."
• B) all children are born shy, but many learn to overcome it.
• C) temperament is at least partly inherited.
• D) there are important evolutionary reasons for shyness.

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Definitions:

Line Comparison Experiment

An experiment, often associated with Solomon Asch's studies, that demonstrates how social pressure can influence individuals to conform, even when evidence contradicts the group's consensus.

Conformed

The process of adjusting one's behavior or thinking to match those of others, typically in a group context.

Door-In-The-Face Effect

A compliance technique that involves making a large request that is expected to be turned down in order to increase the likelihood that a smaller request will be accepted.

Requests

The act of politely or formally asking for something.