Which of the Following Explains Why Women Are More Susceptible

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following explains why women are more susceptible to alcohol than men?

• A)They have less of the enzyme needed to process alcohol.
• B)They have greater amounts of body water.
• C)They are under more stress.
• D)They have more of an addictive personality.

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Definitions:

Groupthink

A psychological phenomenon that occurs within a group of people, where the desire for harmony or conformity results in an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.

Tightly Knit Groups

Social groups closely bonded by frequent interactions, shared values, and deep feelings of belonging.

Confederates

Individuals who are part of a group engaged in a secret or illicit activity or who are in on the experimental conditions in psychological studies and pretend to be participants.

Conformity

The act of adjusting one's behaviors, beliefs, or attitudes to align with the norms or standards of a group or society.