What happens during the assimilation stage of Allport's phases of norms?
Correct answer: C. The story become distorted
- A. details of the story are emphasized
- B. The story is shortened or reduced
- C. The story become distorted
- D. all of the above
Explanation
During assimilation, people reshape a story so that it fits their existing beliefs and expectations, causing distortion. Shortening is leveling, while emphasizing particular details is sharpening.
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