According to a Social Comparison Interpretation, Group Polarization Tends to Occur

question 143

Multiple Choice

According to a social comparison interpretation, group polarization tends to occur because individuals can present themselves in a more __________ light by taking slightly more __________ positions than the norm of the group.

• A) positive; extreme
• B) positive; cautious
• C) negative; risky
• D) positive; conservative

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Definitions:

Mother-Infant Attachment

The emotional bond that develops between a mother and her baby, facilitating the child's physiological and psychological development and security.

Insecure Attachment

A type of attachment style where individuals may show fear of abandonment or difficulty in forming close relationships, often stemming from early experiences with caregivers.

Konrad Lorenz

An Austrian zoologist known for his foundational work in ethology, the study of animal behavior, particularly imprinting.

Imprinting

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