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Which of the following was NOT the basis of an early and famous experiment in social psychology?

A) Cognitive dissonance (by Festinger and Carlsmith)
B) Social identity (by Tajfel)
C) Group pressure (by Asch)
D) Norm formation (by Sherif)

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological phenomenon where one experiences discomfort from holding two or more conflicting beliefs, ideas, or values.

Social Identity

An individual's sense of who they are based on their group membership(s), playing a key role in shaping attitudes and behavior.

Group Pressure

The influence exerted by a group that encourages individuals to change their attitudes, values, or behaviors to conform to group norms.

  • Identify the foundational experiments and theories in social psychology.
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