Social Norms and Values
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What do social norms have a significant impact on?

  • Our physical appearance
  • Our career choices
  • Our personal relationships
  • Our actions (correct)
  • What is a common aspect of social behavior?

  • Having norms associated with them (correct)
  • Being naturally instinctive
  • Being unaffected by cultural differences
  • Having no influence on our actions
  • What is a characteristic of social norms?

  • They are only applicable to certain groups
  • They are only relevant to online behavior
  • They are widespread and pervasive (correct)
  • They are always written down
  • What role do social norms play in our lives?

    <p>They have a significant influence on our actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common theme among social norms?

    <p>They are related to social behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a result of social influence?

    <p>The formation of social norms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of social norms?

    <p>They are shared by group members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relation between social norms and group members?

    <p>Group members perceive social norms as appropriate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outcome of social influence on individuals?

    <p>The formation of social norms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main factor in shaping social norms?

    <p>Social influence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a comprehensive definition of social norms?

    <p>Expectations of behavior based on a group's values and standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key component of social norms, according to the definition?

    <p>General values of the group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a social norm?

    <p>Shaking hands when greeting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a part of the definition of social norms?

    <p>Formal laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of social norms?

    <p>Group values and standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Social Norms

    • Social norms have a significant influence on individual actions and behaviors.
    • Norms encompass customs, traditions, standards, and rules, as well as the general values of a group.
    • Norms dictate what is considered appropriate or acceptable behavior within a particular group.

    Social Influence

    • One outcome of social influence is the development of social norms.
    • Social norms refer to the ways of thinking, feeling, or behaving that are shared by group members and perceived by them as appropriate.

    Misconception about Social Behavior

    • It is an error to attribute social behavior solely to individual characteristics, ignoring the impact of social circumstances.

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    Test your understanding of social norms, including customs, traditions, standards, and rules. Learn about the general values of a group and how they shape our behavior. Explore the importance of social norms in our daily lives.

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