Which Alternative Best Characterizes the Degree to Which Normative and Informational

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which alternative best characterizes the degree to which normative and informational influence affect the decision processes of virtual groups?

• A) Both normative and informational influence are less influential in the decision making of virtual groups.
• B) Normative influence increases and informational influence decreases when groups make decisions in virtual environments.
• C) Normative influence decreases and informational influence increases when groups make decisions in virtual environments.
• D) The degree to which the two forms of influence affect decision making in virtual groups is likely affected by other variables, such as the degree of anonymity of participants and the virtuality of the medium.

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