How Might the Presence of a Single Dissenter Influence the Degree

question 6

Multiple Choice

How might the presence of a single dissenter influence the degree of conformity seen in a study modeled on Asch's classic investigation?

• A)It would have no effect.
• B)It would reduce it,but only slightly.
• C)It would greatly reduce it.
• D)It would actually increase it,because of groupthink.

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