Question

Barbara called her friend cindi on saturday and asked if she wanted to go to the movies. cindi replied that she was staying home to study for their upcoming history test and gave several reasons that barbara should do the same. after the call, barbara decided to study instead of going to the movies. barbara was experiencing _____

Answer 1

Barbara was experiencing PEER PRESSURE. Peer pressure refers to the influence from one's own age group which dictates one's decision. Individuals, teenagers especially usually change their attitudes and behaviour to conform with those of their peers whom they respect and admire.