Even when they know they are incorrect, people have a tendency to follow the ideas of others. According to Solomon Asch's tests, people were more prone to follow the herd and doubt themselves as the size of the group grew. Although this inclination aids in navigating social situations, it can also stifle autonomous thought. It can be difficult to deviate from social norms since the fear of being different frequently overcomes the desire to be correct.
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