The Strongest of the Five Forms of Social Influence Is

question 24

Multiple Choice

The strongest of the five forms of social influence is

• A)conformity.
• B)compliance.
• C)obedience
• D)coercion.

Comprehend the ethical implications and psychological effects of obedience experiments.

Identify conditions under which obedience to authority is more or less likely.

Recognize the role of culture, situation, and group influence on obedience and prosocial behavior.

Understand the psychological concepts related to altruism and prosocial behavior.

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