Which of the Following Is an Example of Conformity

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of conformity?

• A)A soldier shoots enemy women and children on orders from his commanding officer.
• B)A policeman beats a prisoner to force a confession on orders of his commanding officer.
• C)Passengers move to the back of the bus as soon as the driver tells them to.
• D)Stan has thrown away all of his old ties and bought new ones to "be in style."

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Definitions:

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