Based on the Social Comparison Explanation of Group Polarization, Group

question 122

Multiple Choice

Based on the social comparison explanation of group polarization, group members' attitudes toward an issue should be most influenced by

• A) how different their attitudes are from those of an outgroup.
• B) those in the ingroup who favor a cautious approach.
• C) the number of people in their group with similar attitude.
• D) those in the ingroup who offer the most arguments relevant to the issue.

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