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CH 8 Discussion Question:

After checking into a hotel, Emma suddenly hears pounding on her door. A man in a uniform is standing there telling her that there is smoke on a lower floor and the electricity is possibly going to shut off. She should prop her door open and evacuate as quickly as possible. Later, she returns to find her laptop and jewelry have been stolen. She has fallen victim to informational social influence. Explain why she conformed.

Describe a situation when you were the "odd man out." That is, you were the nonconformist. Did your experience resemble the Johnny Rocco study results? If so, how? If not, why not? Be sure to use vocabulary from the chapter and be specific

CH 9 Discussion Question:
Although the term "group" is used commonly in everyday conversation, it has a very specific meaning in the context of social psychology. First, define "group," and be sure you include the two essential properties of groups in your definition. Second, identify a group in the real world. It can be one that you belong to, or just know of. Explain how the group you've identified exemplifies the two central properties of a group.

Social facilitation and social loafing are two very different phenomena that occur in the presence of other people. When does each occur, and what determines whether performance is enhanced or diminished?

CH 10 Discussion Question:

Consider the following relationship scenario: You've had some pretty good relationships in the past. Your new friend James has introduced you to a number of wonderful interests: obscure Tarantino films, visits to museums, Thai food, and hang-gliding. Still, if there's one thing about James that drives you crazy, it's that he never stops talking, and will actually change his position on issues just to bait you into an argument. You argue more with James than with just about anyone else you know, and you frequently end up with your feelings hurt. In fact, you find yourself wondering whether James's roommate Rick wouldn't make a better friend. He's interesting, does fun things, and he doesn't seem to relish arguments nearly as much as James does. Now, analyze this scenario from a social exchange perspective. What are the rewards, costs, comparison level, and comparison level for alternatives? What's likely to happen in this case?

CH 11 Discussion Question:

It would seem reasonable to assume that people would be more likely to help others who are part of their in-groups than their out-groups. It is not quite as simple and straightforward as that, however. Explain.

Social psychologists have found that people in good moods are likely to help, as are people in bad moods. Of course, the reasons for these relations differ, depending on the mood. Explain.

The crowded sidewalk is coated with ice. You feel a sharp pain and hear a cracking sound when you fall. You know that you've broken your leg. How might you overcome the bystander effect to ensure that you get help from passersby?

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