Ask the Experts Video 8: Craig Parks on Group DynamicsClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 231 and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test and answer the following question:Dr. Parks describes recent research on how the process of social comparison could result in reduced energy consumption by individuals, thus promoting conservation of energy resources. Think of another resource that could benefit from reduced consumption (e.g., reducing water use in times of drought), and describe how social comparison could offer a practical solution.

What will be an ideal response?


Varies.

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