Question

multiple choice question
which of the following is an example of violating a formal norm because it conflicts with an informal one?
○ committing a crime as part of a gang initiation
○ taking an alcoholic friend to rehabilitation
○ telling a parent about a sibling cheating at cards
○ giving a popular employee a large raise

Explanation:

Formal norms are official, structured rules (like laws or workplace policies), while informal norms are unwritten social expectations. Giving a popular employee a large raise violates the formal norm of fair, merit-based pay, as it conflicts with the informal norm of favoritism being socially accepted in some settings. The other options either follow norms, address harm, or involve formal rule-breaking without conflicting informal norms.

Answer:

O giving a popular employee a large raise