Many USTroops Present at My Lai Later Reported That They Were

question 177

Multiple Choice

Many U.S.troops present at My Lai later reported that they were frightened and confused about whether people in the villages were really enemy soldiers.Others reported that they didn't know whether the rifle fire they heard was from enemy guns or from the guns of fellow troops.Still,frightened and bewildered,many of them began setting fire to hooches and shooting old men,women,and children.This tragic example illustrates that informational influence is most likely to occur when

• A)authorities model the appropriate behavior.
• B)situations are interpreted as a crisis.
• C)we look to experts for cues.
• D)charismatic leaders provide a new definition of reality.

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Definitions:

KISS Formula

A design principle advising to keep it simple and straightforward, often used to avoid complications and confusion.

Modern Expressions

Contemporary phrases, idioms, or sayings that reflect the current use of language.

Potential Employer

An organization or individual that could possibly hire someone for a job.

Job Interview

A job interview is a formal meeting in which a potential employer evaluates a candidate's qualifications for a position.