Which of the Following Is the Best Example of Normative

question 79

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best example of normative influence?

• A) Patients adhere rigidly to doctors' recommendations.
• B) People estimate how far a stable dot has moved by referring to others' estimates.
• C) People wear a particular type of shoe even if uncomfortable because it is considered fashionable.
• D) Military personnel follow a superior's orders that are morally questionable.

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Definitions:

Psychopharmacology

The study of the use of medications in treating mental disorders, focusing on how drugs affect the mind and behavior.

Individualism

A cultural value or social outlook that emphasizes the importance of personal independence and self-reliance over group cohesion.

Paraprofessionals

Trained aides who assist professionals, particularly in educational, legal, and health care settings, but do not have the full professional qualifications.

Therapeutic Alliance

A bond of trust and mutual understanding between a healthcare provider and a patient, critical for effective therapy.