Question

The murder of 6 million European Jews by the Germans in World War II was a historical event that brought to light the harmful effects of conformity and obedience. This event influenced the social psychologist _____ to study conditions that can persuade humans to think and act irrationally.

Answer 1

Asch

Step-by-step explanation:

Solomon Asch is popular for his classic experiment in social psychology called conformity experiment in which he explained how social pressure affects people to conform with the rest of the group. He began studying the effect of propaganda and indoctrination during the early years of World War II. There were found two main reasons for conformity first, they wish to fit in there and secondly they believe that the group is better informed.