How did Asch's studies of conformity (in reporting judgements of the lengths of lines) differ from those of Sherif (which relied on the autokinetic effect)?

A. Asch's participants faced a more ambiguous task
B. Sherifs participants were dealing with facts rather than opinions
C. Asch's participants could clearly see the correct judgement
D. Sherif's participants were in physical presence of pressuring group, while Asch's participants were not


Answer: C. Asch's participants could clearly see the correct judgement

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