Asked by Brittany Downs on Jun 13, 2024
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According to social psychologist Philip Zimbardo, how do most people respond to hearing about the disappointingly conforming behavior of others in groups?
A) They empathize because they know they would behave the same way.
B) They understand that for most people, conformity is the norm.
C) They believe that they, themselves, would not succumb to group pressure.
D) They think that the conformity is the result of group members being tricked in some way.
Conforming Behavior
Actions that align with the norms, values, or expectations of a social group or society.
Group Pressure
The influence exerted by a group on individuals within it to align their behavior with the group’s norms.
Philip Zimbardo
Philip Zimbardo is a psychologist renowned for his research on social psychology, particularly the Stanford prison experiment, which explored the effects of perceived power and environment on behavior.
- Gain an understanding of the dynamics of groupthink and its effects in past and present scenarios.
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Learning Objectives
- Gain an understanding of the dynamics of groupthink and its effects in past and present scenarios.
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