Which of the Following Is a Consequence of Underestimating the Power

question 121

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a consequence of underestimating the power of social influence?

• A) We perceive people as more inconsistent and variable than they really are.
• B) We overestimate our vulnerability to social situations.
• C) We tend to overcomplicate simple situations.
• D) We tend to oversimplify complex situations.

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