Which of the following alternatives correctly defines a type of social pressure?
A. conformity-a change in behavior in response to commands
B. attribution bias-a change in behavior or attitudes in response to direct social pressure
C. compliance-a change in behavior or attitudes in response to direct social pressure
D. obedience-a change in behavior or attitudes to follow social norms
Answer: C
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A. longitudinal B. experimental C. correlational D. cross-sectional
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