Option 1: Social Influence and BehaviorAnswer Outline:Introd…
Option 1: Social Influence and BehaviorAnswer Outline:Introduction: Define social influence and its relevance to individual behavior.Main Body:Discuss conformity, obedience, and persuasion.Use Milgram’s experiment and the Stanford prison experiment as examples of how social influence shapes behavior.Discuss the ethical concerns related to these studies and their impact on ethical research guidelines.Conclusion: Reflect on how understanding social influence can help improve behavior in social settings and the importance of ethical considerations in research.Option 2: Social Psychology and Decision-MakingAnswer Outline:Introduction: Define cognitive biases and their role in group decision-making.Main Body:Discuss groupthink, confirmation bias, and social comparison as cognitive biases that influence group decisions.Provide a real-world example, such as decision-making in a corporate setting or jury deliberations, where these biases led to flawed decisions.Conclusion: Discuss strategies for reducing bias in group decision-making (e.g., encouraging dissent, seeking external opinions).This final exam is designed to test your knowledge of social psychology concepts while providing an opportunity for you to apply what you’ve learned throughout the course. Be sure to review all readings, notes, and lectures, and use real-world examples to demonstrate your understanding and critical thinking.