Research Indicates That Minorities Are Most Influential When They

question 99

Multiple Choice

Research indicates that minorities are most influential when they

• A) argue positions widely divergent from those of the majority.
• B) make use of emotional rather than logical appeals.
• C) acknowledge the wisdom of the majority position.
• D) unswervingly hold to their own position.

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Definitions:

Self-determination

The process by which a person controls their own life, making choices and decisions based on their own preferences and interests without undue influence from others.

Unconditional Positive Regard

An attitude of total acceptance and support of a person regardless of what the person says or does, as proposed by Carl Rogers in client-centered therapy.

Behavioral Shortcomings

Behavioral Shortcomings refer to limitations or deficits in an individual's behavior that can impact their functioning and interactions.

Unconditional Positive Regard

A concept within the humanistic approach to psychology, emphasizing complete acceptance and support of a person irrespective of their behavior or feelings.