Conformity and Obedience

Question 1

Conformity

Answer 1

Conformity is indirect pressure to alter behaviour to be consistent with the group

Question 2

Obedience

Answer 2

Obedience is direct pressure to obey orders from an authority figure

Question 3

How do people conform to social norms?

Answer 3

People conform to social norms based on other people’s behaviour

Question 4

How can conformity be described as?

Answer 4

It is unconscious and indirect, it is a rational and sensible strategy

Question 5

Autokinetic illusion

Answer 5

Autokinetic illusion is when a stationary pinpoint of light appears to move when stared at in a dark room

Question 6

Factors that affect conformity

Answer 6

1. Personality (anxiety, IQ, self esteem)
2. Group size (conformity needs a minimum of 3-5 group members)
3. Group unanimity
4. Response style

Question 7

What is conformity motivated by?

Answer 7

Conformity is motivated by the need to be liked and the need to be right

Question 8

What did Moscovici show about minority influence?

Answer 8

Moscovici showed in an experiment that the minority can influence the majority if the minority are consistent