Children May Initially Conform to Peer Group Attitudes That May

question 27

Multiple Choice

Children may initially conform to peer group attitudes that may be prejudiced,merely to get rewards or avoid punishments but eventually they will:

• A) Get tired of being forced to think one way and decide on their own beliefs, attitudes or norms about behavior
• B) Get tired of this group and find another that fits their beliefs, attitudes and norms about behavior more closely
• C) Come to accept as their own the conforming beliefs, attitudes and norms about behavior
• D) Become neutral about the prejudices expressed by the group

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Definitions:

Zero Sum Game

A situation in-game theory where one participant's gain or loss is exactly balanced by the losses or gains of the other participants.

Utility

The measure of satisfaction or value that an individual derives from consuming goods and services.

Risk-neutral

A characteristic of individuals or entities who are indifferent to risk when making investment decisions, focusing solely on the expected returns.

Risk-loving

A characteristic of an individual or entity that prefers or is willing to take actions that have a high level of uncertainty with the potential for significant returns.