Which of the following is important in promoting conformity in individuals?
A) whether an individual's behavior will be observed by others in the group
B) whether the individual is male or female
C) the size of the room in which a group is meeting
D) whether the individual is of a higher status than other group members
Answer: A) whether an individual's behavior will be observed by others in the group
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