Types of Conformity in AQA A-Level Psychology
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Types of Conformity in AQA A-Level Psychology

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What is the main reason behind Compliance as an explanation for conformity?

  • Always agreeing with the group
  • Gaining approval from the majority (correct)
  • Being the leader of the group
  • Avoiding disapproval from the majority

    • Which of the following is NOT one of the types of conformity discussed in the text?

  • Acceptance (correct)
  • Compliance
  • Internalisation
  • Identification

    • What motivates an individual to engage in social comparison according to the text?

  • Standing out from the group
  • Defying group norms
  • Desire to fit in with the majority (correct)
  • Achieving personal goals

    • Which of the following best describes Compliance as a form of conformity?

    <p>The weakest form of conformity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key factor that motivates individuals to conform through Compliance?

    <p>Desire to maintain group harmony</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of conformity is the strongest form according to the text?

    <p>Internalisation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which form of conformity involves going along with a group because the individual accepts their viewpoint?

    <p>Identification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which situation does informational social influence occur according to the text?

    <p>When an individual accepts information from others as evidence about reality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may lead an individual to internalize a group's viewpoint according to the text?

    <p>Previous agreement with the group's viewpoints.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes identification from compliance and internalization?

    <p>Identification is temporary and behavior changes outside the group.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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