Test on Social Psychology: Influence, Groups, and Obedience
Social Psychology: Influence, Groups, and Obedience Summary
Test: Course Orientation, Social Influence, Group Processes, Lesson 4: Social Psychology (Social Influence) • 3.1 Identify factors that influence people or groups to conform to the actions of others. • 3.2 Explain how our behaviour is impacted by the presence of others. • 3.3 Compare and contrast three compliance techniques. • 3.4 Identify factors that make obedience more likely.
20 questions
Question 1: The Weiten, W. (2022). Psychology: Themes and Variations. (11th ed.) Cengage textbook is the only reference provided in the study materials.
A. Ano
B. Ne
Explanation: The study materials list two references: Ciccarelli, S.K. & White, J.N. (2021). Psychology: Global Edition. and Weiten, W. (2022). Psychology: Themes and Variations. Therefore, the Weiten textbook is not the sole reference provided.
Question 2: According to the 'What Happens Next?' section in the study materials, what specific preparation is advised for students to undertake for their next session?
A. Completing the Baseline Assessment on the Let's Get Ready tile.
B. Working ahead to prepare the rest of Chapter 12 (Social Psychology).
C. Engaging with peers and the lecturer in active learning during the session.
D. Revising concepts recommended by the lecturer after the current session.
Explanation: The 'What Happens Next?' section explicitly states: 'Work ahead and prepare the rest of Chapter 12 (Social Psychology) for your next session.' The other options refer to tasks for the current session, after the current session, or a general assessment unrelated to specific 'next session' preparation.
Question 3: All participants in Asch's classic conformity study conformed to the group's incorrect answer.
A. Ano
B. Ne
Explanation: Not all participants in Asch's study followed the group's incorrect answer, although a large number did give in to the pressure to conform.
Question 4: According to the study materials, which of the following accurately describes the phenomenon of groupthink?
A. The tendency for group members to adopt more extreme views and riskier behavior compared to individuals.
B. The lessening of personal identity and the sense of personal responsibility that can occur within a group.
C. Occurs when people within a group prioritize maintaining the group's cohesiveness over realistically considering the facts.
D. The tendency for people to put in less effort into a simple task when working with others on that task.
Explanation: Groupthink occurs when people within a group feel it is more important to maintain the group's cohesiveness than to consider the facts realistically.
Question 5: Seeking opinions from people outside the group is a method to minimize groupthink.
A. Ano
B. Ne
Explanation: To minimize groupthink, the entire group should seek the opinions of people outside the group.