The Group Has an Ongoing Norm That All Group Members

question 59

Multiple Choice

The group has an ongoing norm that all group members should express their opinions.When Wendy joins the group she tries to force her opinions on everyone,and attacks others when their opinions differ from hers.The group's first response to this norm violation will probably be to

• A)give in to her.
• B)ostracize her (completely ignore her).
• C)scold her for her inappropriate behavior.
• D)inform her that she is violating a norm.

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