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question 53

Multiple Choice

"You don't really mean to chew with your mouth open,do you?" Which function is this statement intended to serve?

• A) construct cultural norms
• B) encourage rational action
• C) create cultural discomfort
• D) enforce social control

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological discomfort experienced when holding two or more conflicting beliefs, values, or attitudes.

Informational Social Influence

The influence to conform with a group's behavior based on the belief that the group is competent and has the correct information.

Normative Social Influence

A type of social influence that leads individuals to conform in order to be liked and accepted by the group.

Social Facilitation

The tendency for people to perform better on simple tasks or skills in the presence of others.