What is conformity? Identify two factors that might affect conformity.

Conformity is a change in behaviour due to the presence of others: the individual starts to exhibit the same behaviour or opinions as others. It is more likely to occur with a bigger percentage of a group exhibiting a behaviour, and the presence of one or more counter-opinions or behaviours in given group lowers the likelihood of it. Additionally, individual factors, such as confidence can influence conformity. 

TD
Answered by Tutor127729 D. Psychology tutor

1746 Views

See similar Psychology GCSE tutors

Related Psychology GCSE answers

All answers ▸

What is a neuron?


Freud studied the process of dreamwork but it is very difficult to investigate. Explain why dreamwork is difficult to investigate.


How would a behaviourist explain the learning process?


Explain the different types of conditioning.


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2025 by IXL Learning