Two field experiments manipulating informational and normative influence demonstrate that they interact to yield substantial increases in donations. Informational influence involved a message about the positive consequences of donating (e.g., helping to save lives). These results are contrary to those of several prospective correlational studies that found no relationship between these variables and donation behavior.
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