Imagine That Some Researchers Conducted a Study and Interpreted the Results

question 133

Multiple Choice

Imagine that some researchers conducted a study and interpreted the results of the study as indicative of normative influence. These researchers are most likely to reach this conclusion if participants in their study

• A) were truly convinced that the majority was correct in their opinions.
• B) behaved in a way that would be considered normal to people in Western cultures.
• C) did what they felt was morally right, even if it violated social norms in the process.
• D) conformed because they feared being rejected for appearing deviant.

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Definitions:

Attachment

A deep and enduring emotional bond that connects one person to another across time and space, often discussed in the context of relationships between infants and caregivers.

Attachment Theory

A psychological, evolutionary, and ethological theory concerning relationships between humans, primarily the bond between infants and their caregivers, influencing future social and emotional development.

Patterns of Relationships

Recurring dynamics and behaviors observed within interpersonal relationships, which can influence the nature of social connections and interactions.

Environmental Origins

The concept that one's surroundings and context can significantly influence their development, traits, and behaviors.