Adjusting our behavior or thinking toward a group standard is called

A) groupthink.
B) mood contagion.
C) social loafing.
D) conformity.

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Adjusting our behavior or thinking toward a group standard is calledA)  groupthink.B)  mood contagion.C)  social loafing.D)  conformity.

Vikram Singla · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Conformity refers to adjusting our behavior or thinking toward a group standard, which can occur due to various factors such as the desire to be liked or to avoid being rejected. Groupthink refers to a phenomenon that occurs when a group makes faulty decisions because of group pressure, without considering all available information. Mood contagion refers to the spread of emotions or feelings within a group, and social loafing refers to a reduced effort that individuals may exhibit when working in a group compared to when working alone.

Adjusting our behavior or thinking toward a group standard is called

A) groupthink.
B) mood contagion.
C) social loafing.
D) conformity.

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