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Sherif's autokinetic experiments and Asch's line studies demonstrated the power of which social psychological factor on the degree to which people confirm?

Correct answer: D. Group norms

  • A. Group identity
  • B. individual norms
  • C. Individual identity
  • D. Group norms

Explanation

Sherif showed that groups develop shared norms in an ambiguous situation, while Asch showed that people conform to an established majority judgment. Both findings demonstrate the influence of group norms.

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