Dominic and His Close Companions Are Featured on a Game

question 129

Multiple Choice

Dominic and his close companions are featured on a game show where travelers are asked questions in exchange for cash prizes. Dominic does not know the answer to a question but fears to be incorrect, so he relies on the group he is traveling with to make the decision for him. This best illustrates

• A) social impact theory.
• B) informational influence.
• C) indoctrination.
• D) a reference group.

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