PSYC 220
Social Psychology
MIDTERM READINESS EXAM
GUIDE
Q&S
©2024/2025
, 1. Which social psychological theory best explains the
phenomenon where individuals conform to group norms
even when they know those norms are incorrect?
A) Social Exchange Theory
B) Social Identity Theory
C) Informational Social Influence
D) Normative Social Influence
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Normative social influence is when
individuals conform to be liked or accepted by others, even
if they disagree.
2. The bystander effect suggests that people are less likely
to help someone in need when:
A) They are alone
B) The victim is a stranger
C) There are more people present
D) They have their own problems
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The bystander effect posits that the
likelihood of helping decreases as the number of
bystanders increases due to diffusion of responsibility.
3. Which of the following concepts refers to the change in
one’s beliefs as a result of exposure to persuasive
messages?
A) Cognitive Dissonance
B) Persuasion
C) Attitude Change
D) Social Norms
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Attitude change refers to the alteration in
©2024/2025
Social Psychology
MIDTERM READINESS EXAM
GUIDE
Q&S
©2024/2025
, 1. Which social psychological theory best explains the
phenomenon where individuals conform to group norms
even when they know those norms are incorrect?
A) Social Exchange Theory
B) Social Identity Theory
C) Informational Social Influence
D) Normative Social Influence
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Normative social influence is when
individuals conform to be liked or accepted by others, even
if they disagree.
2. The bystander effect suggests that people are less likely
to help someone in need when:
A) They are alone
B) The victim is a stranger
C) There are more people present
D) They have their own problems
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The bystander effect posits that the
likelihood of helping decreases as the number of
bystanders increases due to diffusion of responsibility.
3. Which of the following concepts refers to the change in
one’s beliefs as a result of exposure to persuasive
messages?
A) Cognitive Dissonance
B) Persuasion
C) Attitude Change
D) Social Norms
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Attitude change refers to the alteration in
©2024/2025
