Recall That in an Asch-Type Conformity Experiment (Frager, 1970), Japanese

question 86

Multiple Choice

Recall that in an Asch-type conformity experiment (Frager, 1970) , Japanese students were less conforming than were North Americans. According to researchers, these findings suggest that __________.

• A) Japan is a less interdependent culture than other Asian countries
• B) in Japan, conformity is more likely in groups toward which one feels loyalty
• C) industrialization has changed Japan into a more independent culture
• D) Japanese compete with strangers but cooperate with friends

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Definitions:

Eustress

Positive stress that arises from challenges and situations that are perceived as beneficial to personal growth, motivation, and development.

Strength

The quality or state of being strong, including physical, mental, or emotional robustness.

Hope

A feeling of expectation and desire for certain things to happen, often seen as a motivator in personal and professional growth.

Expectancy Theory

A motivation theory that suggests that individuals are motivated to perform if they believe their efforts will lead to favorable outcomes.