Question

Michael's boss tells him to report to work at 4:00 a.m. the next day. Michael is not happy about arriving at work at such an unusual hour, yet he does as he is told. In the context of social influence, his behavior is an example of:

Answer 1

Answer:    Obedience to authority

Explanation:  Obedience to authority is behavior that is part of social influence or in the context of social influence, and occurs when a certain person is subordinate to that influence in the form of following instructions and orders given by superiors. It is a behavior that is often reluctant to accept, but is accepted as is the case with Michael. Acceptance of such behavior and social influence is somewhat understandable because there is a fear of superiors and their reactions if Michael did not execute the instruction of a superior.