Sherif's (1936)research Using the Autokinetic Effect Demonstrated That

question 21

Multiple Choice

Sherif's (1936) research using the autokinetic effect demonstrated that

• A) people often look to others as a source of information.
• B) people are particularly concerned about social rejection.
• C) conformity is difficult to establish in the laboratory.
• D) only those with whom one has an existing relationship have the power to influence behavior.

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Definitions:

Social Referencing

The process by which individuals look to others in their environment to obtain cues on how to react or behave in certain situations.

Calm

A state of internal peace and tranquility, with a lack of agitation or excitement.

Warn

Warn is to inform someone in advance of an impending or possible danger, problem, or other unpleasant situation.

Permissive Parent

A parenting style characterized by low demands with high responsiveness, where parents are more lenient and may avoid setting firm boundaries.