Introduction to Psychology: Behavior in Groups Quiz

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What is the main difference between behavior alone and behavior in groups?

Behavior alone is influenced by group members, while behavior in groups is independent.
Behavior alone involves independent choices, while behavior in groups is influenced by interactions with others. (correct)
Behavior alone involves group norms, while behavior in groups involves personal beliefs.
Behavior alone involves group influence, while behavior in groups is based on personal preferences.

What do individuals in a group tend to adapt to or adjust their behavior to?

Complete independence
Lack of supervision
Majority opinion and influential members (correct)
Personal beliefs and values

What influences an individual's behavior when they are alone?

Group influences
Personal thoughts, beliefs, and characteristics (correct)
Presence of others
Group norms and expectations

How do individuals in a group interact with each other?

By adapting to group norms and influential members (C) Signup and view all the answers

What freedom do individuals have in expressing their thoughts when they are alone?

Complete freedom (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor that influences behavior when individuals are in groups?

Majority opinion and group interactions (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the bystander effect refer to?

Individuals are less likely to help someone in need when others are present. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to the bystander effect according to the text?

Diffusion of responsibility among bystanders (A) Signup and view all the answers

How is bystander apathy described?

When individuals do not help or respond when others are present. (A) Signup and view all the answers

In what situation was the term 'bystander effect' first coined?

After the murder of Kitty Genovese (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why might individuals be less likely to help someone in a group setting?

Because each individual assumes someone else will help (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does behavior in groups differ from behavior when alone according to the text?

Group behavior is influenced by the presence and actions of others. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one factor contributing to the bystander effect?

Diffusion of responsibility (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does the presence of others affect personal responsibility in the bystander effect?

Leads to decreased personal responsibility (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why might individuals be hesitant to intervene in an emergency situation?

Uncertainty about necessity or appropriateness (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role does social influence play in the bystander effect?

Affecting individuals' responses based on others' actions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What may lead individuals to seek guidance from others in interpreting a situation?

Uncertainty about the situation (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a contributing factor to the bystander effect?

Strong sense of personal responsibility (B) Signup and view all the answers