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Definition of Social Norm
Examples of Social Norms
Social norms can range from personal interactions to behavior among strangers. For instance, in many cultures, giving birthday gifts to close friends and family is a common social norm. Similarly, the convention of 'waiting in line' is a widespread social norm that governs behavior even among people who do not know each other.
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Which of the following scenarios best illustrates a behavior governed by a shared, informal understanding of how people are expected to act in a community?
Analyzing a Social Interaction
If a government passes a law requiring all citizens to say 'please' and 'thank you' in commercial transactions, this behavior would no longer be considered a social norm.
Applying the Concept of Social Norms
Match each scenario with the type of behavioral driver it best represents. To do this, you must analyze the underlying reason for the action.
Comparing Social Norms in Different Contexts
An individual has a personal routine of meditating for 10 minutes every morning immediately after waking up. Why is this behavior best classified as a personal habit rather than a social norm?
In a university library's designated 'quiet study' area, a student observes that most people are wearing headphones. Which of the following statements provides the best analysis of whether this behavior constitutes a social norm within that specific context?
Identifying Social Norms in Online Communities
An employee joins a new company and observes that everyone on their team eats lunch together in the breakroom at exactly 12:30 PM every day. There is no written company policy about this. Which statement provides the most accurate evaluation of this observed behavior?