If You Were a Subject in the Solomon Asch Study

question 112

Multiple Choice

If you were a subject in the Solomon Asch study on conformity in the 1950s, you would have ____.

• A) given an electric shock to learners who made mistakes
• B) been observed to see if you helped others in need
• C) examined pictures of people who varied in attractiveness
• D) compared the lengths of lines along with other participants

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Definitions:

Coercive

Involving or using force or threats to compel someone to do something.

Friendly Communication

Interactions that are characterized by a warm, pleasant, and supportive tone.

Hardball Negotiations

Bargaining or negotiation tactics that are aggressive, uncompromising, and often pressuring the other side to give in.

Conflict Reducing Techniques

Strategies and methods used to minimize or prevent disputes and disagreements, promoting peaceful resolutions.