Flashcard#3: Lesson 3 Unit 4.3 Psychology of Social Situations

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Which of the following is an example of conformity? A student volunteers to lead a group project because no one else steps up. A person wears formal clothes to a party because everyone else is doing so. A worker follows orders from their boss to meet a deadline. A shopper buys a product after seeing it advertised on TV.

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A person wears formal clothes to a party because everyone else is doing so.

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What did Milgram’s obedience study demonstrate?

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Authority figures can strongly influence individuals to act against their morals.

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Which term describes the phenomenon where individuals exert less effort in a group task than when working alone?

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Social loafing

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What is the primary reason for the bystander effect?

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Diffusion of responsibility makes individuals feel less obligated to act.

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Which of the following best illustrates deindividuation? A person cheats on a test because others are doing it and won't get caught. A person works harder in a group because they want to impress their peers. A crowd of fans starts rioting after their team loses a game. A group makes a poor decision because they value harmony over critical thinking.

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A crowd of fans starts rioting after their team loses a game.

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What is an implicit social norm?

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An unspoken expectation about behavior in a given situation.

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The fundamental attribution error occurs when people:

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Overestimate personal traits and underestimate situational factors in explaining behavior.