Question

what is peer pressure?

the pressure put on you by your teachers.
the pressure put on you by your friends.
the pressure put on you by yourself.
the pressure put on you by your parents.

Explanation:

Define the term "peer"

A peer is a person who is of equal standing, age, background, or social group, such as a classmate, colleague, or friend.

Analyze the source of pressure in each option

• Teachers represent authority figures, not peers.
• Friends are individuals of similar age and social standing, which makes them peers.
• Oneself represents internal pressure, not peer pressure.
• Parents represent authority and family figures, not peers.

Match the definition to the correct option

Since friends are peers, the pressure exerted by friends to behave in a certain way is defined as peer pressure.

Answer:

• The pressure put on you by your teachers.
• The pressure put on you by your friends. (Correct answer)
• The pressure put on you by yourself.
• The pressure put on you by your parents.