Variables affecting Conformity

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    • Group Size: does increasing the size of the group affect levels of conformity?

      Asch found that when at least 3 confederates were used, conformity rose to 32%.
    • Unanimity: does the presence of a non-conforming person affect conformity levels?

      Asch found the presence of a dissenter, decreases conformity.
    • Task Difficulty: does the task difficulty affect conformity levels?

      Asch found the more difficult the task, the greater the conformity.
    • For group size Asch found with 2 confederates, conformity occurred on 12.8% of trials.