The Argument That "Everyone's Doing It" May Help Explain Why

question 119

Multiple Choice

The argument that "everyone's doing it" may help explain why people obey immoral commands. This argument may be explained by the principle of

• A)legitimization of authority.
• B)cognitive dissonance.
• C)social facilitation.
• D)social validation.
• E)groupthink.

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Definitions:

Permafrost

Permanently frozen ground that occurs in high latitude or altitude regions.

Polar Grasslands

A cold, treeless region found in the high latitudes, often referred to as tundra, where the subsoil is permanently frozen and vegetation is sparse.

Arctic Tundra

A cold, treeless biome found in the Arctic regions, characterized by permafrost, low temperatures, and minimal vegetation.

Convection

The transfer of heat through a fluid (liquid or gas) caused by molecular motion.