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1. What is social identity?
A person's sense of belonging to a particular social group
ExplanationDefines an individual's affiliation and connection to a specific social group.
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6. What is the role of norms in group dynamics?
To establish rules and expectations
ExplanationNorms set guidelines and standards for behavior within a group.
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11. In the context of social identity, what is an out-group?
A group to which an individual does not belong
ExplanationDenotes a group outside an individual's own affiliation.
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16. What is the concept of social capital in group dynamics?
The emotional and supportive resources derived from social relationships
ExplanationSocial capital encompasses emotional support from interpersonal connections.
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21. How does the concept of identity threat relate to social identity?
It weakens social identity by creating anxiety and insecurity
ExplanationThreats to identity induce anxiety, weakening an individual's sense of social belonging.
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2. What is the in-group bias?
Preferring one's own group over others
ExplanationInclination to favor and prioritize one's own social group over external groups.
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3. What is the fundamental attribution error?
Attributing behavior solely to personal characteristics
ExplanationTendency to ascribe actions to inherent traits, neglecting situational factors.
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7. How does social categorization contribute to social identity?
It fosters a sense of belonging to a group
ExplanationSorting individuals into categories strengthens their connection to a particular group.
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8. What is the concept of deindividuation?
Losing self-awareness in a group
ExplanationDiminished self-awareness and accountability when part of a larger group.
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12. What is the impact of stereotype threat on individual performance?
Reduces performance due to anxiety about confirming stereotypes
ExplanationAnxiety-induced performance decline due to fear of reinforcing stereotypes.
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4. How does groupthink affect decision-making in a group?
Leads to conformity and flawed decision-making
ExplanationPromotes conformity and compromises the quality of group decisions.
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5. What is the concept of social loafing?
The tendency to exert less effort in a group task
ExplanationDiminished individual effort when working within a group context.
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9. How does social identity theory explain intergroup conflicts?
By highlighting individual differences
ExplanationEmphasizes distinctions between individuals as a source of intergroup conflicts.
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10. What is the role of leadership in shaping group dynamics?
To influence and guide group behavior
ExplanationLeaders guide and impact the behavior of individuals within a group.
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14. What role does social comparison play in the development of social identity?
Fosters competition between groups
ExplanationComparison fosters competitive dynamics among different social groups.