Carmen Has Been Invited to a Party

question 128

Multiple Choice

Carmen has been invited to a party. Immediately after receiving the invitation, she meets with a group of friends to discuss what they plan to wear to the party. Carmen then makes the decision to wear what her friends are wearing. Carmen's party dressing behavior demonstrates ​

• A)obedience to an authority.
• B)conformity.
• C)a social decision scheme.
• D)groupthink.

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Definitions:

Language Abilities

The capacity to understand, produce, and use complex systems of communication, particularly the ability to do so verbally.

Decision Making

The cognitive process of selecting a course of action from among multiple alternatives, often involving considerations of risk, reward, and personal values.

Somatic Marker Hypothesis

Neurologist Antonio Damasio’s idea that the bodily (somatic), emotional component of thought is a necessary part of problem solving and decision making.

Emotional Reactions

Emotional reactions are immediate responses of the emotional system to stimuli, characterized by feelings that range from happiness and joy to sadness, anger, fear, or disgust.