A simplified version of Crutchfield's experimental procedure was used for assessing conformity to peer-group pressure among children. In general, the data indicate that there is an inverse relationship between level of intelligence and amount of conformity. More detailed analysis suggests that bright and dull children may approach the same task with different perceptual and goal orientations.
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