Informational social influence occurs when an individual accepts information from others as evidence about reality. This means that people conform because of the desire to be right. Initially, individuals may make objective tests against reality (i.e. check the facts), but if this is not possible they must rely on the opinions of others. Informational social influence is more likely to occur if the situation is classified as ambiguous or where others are experts. Because this involves changing both private and public attitudes and behaviour, this is an example of internalisation.
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