1.3.1 Group Size

• What does group size refer to in conformity?

  Number of people influencing behavior
• What happens to conformity as group size increases?

  Conformity increases up to a point
• What information do the three lines A, B, and C represent in the image?

  The three lines A, B, and C likely represent different measurements or values that are being compared to the "Target line".
• How does conformity change as group size increases up to 4 people?

  Conformity increases as group size grows
• What was the main focus of Asch's research?

  Group size and conformity
• Which type of culture tends to show higher conformity levels?

  Collectivist cultures
• Why might adding more group members reduce conformity after 4 people?

  Additional influence becomes less noticeable
• What occurs to conformity when more members are added beyond the optimal group size?

  It does not significantly increase and may decrease
• What did participants in Asch's study have to choose from?

  One target line and three comparison lines
• What generally happens to conformity as group size increases?

  Conformity generally increases with group size
• How does the decision-making process change with 10 friends compared to 3?

  Individuals might express unique choices
• How does task complexity influence conformity?

  Complex tasks increase conformity even in small groups
• What was the position of the real participant in the group during the trials?

  Always last or second to last
• What is one individual difference that affects conformity?

  High self-esteem reduces likelihood of conformity
• What was the purpose of the setup in Asch's study?

  To measure conformity to incorrect group decisions
• How did Asch's study measure conformity?

  • Participants chose comparison lines publicly
  • Observed influence of confederates' wrong answers
• What was the optimal group size for conformity found in Asch's study?

  3 to 4 people
• How did confederates influence the participants in Asch's study?

  By deliberately giving wrong answers
• In a group of 3 friends deciding on pizza, what is likely to happen?

  They are likely to agree on a topping
• How could this type of graph be used in a real-world scenario?

  • Comparing actual performance/measurements to a target or goal
  • Tracking progress over time towards a target
  • Identifying areas that need improvement to meet a target
• How does group size affect an individual's behavior in conformity?

  It influences decisions based on others' preferences
• What is the relationship between individualistic cultures and conformity?

  Individualistic cultures tend to show lower conformity
• What are the names of the three lines labeled A, B, and C in the image?

  A, B, C
• What were the components shown to participants in Asch's study?

  • One target line
  • Three comparison lines (A, B, C)
• How do the heights of the lines A, B, and C compare to the height of the "Target line"?

  Lines A and B are shorter than the Target line, while line C is taller
• What is the effect of individual pressure in larger groups?

  It becomes less noticeable
• What happens to conformity when the group size exceeds 4 people?

  It doesn't significantly boost conformity
• If you have three friends who prefer one movie, how might that affect your choice?

  You may conform to their movie preference
• What are the exceptions to the general trend of conformity?

  • Individual differences (e.g., high self-esteem)
  • Task complexity (complex tasks increase conformity)
  • Cultural context (collectivist vs. individualistic cultures)
• Why might you stick to your preference with 10 friends?

  You feel more confident in your choice
• What is the impact of group size on conformity?

  It is significant
• How might group size affect your choice at a restaurant?

  With 3 friends, you follow majority choice
• What is the name of the line labeled "Target line" in the image?

  Target line
• What is the optimal group size for maximizing conformity?

  3 to 4 people
• In what way does the number of friends impact your decision-making in a movie choice scenario?

  More friends can lead to greater conformity
• What happens to conformity after adding more than 3-4 members?

  It doesn't boost much and can reduce