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Here are two statements. Will you tell me which one you agree with more? A. First, the younger generation should be taught by their elders to do what is right. B. Second, the younger generation should be taught to think for themselves even though they may do something their elders disapprove of.
Whether young people should obey elders or think for themselves · Asked in 1 wave, 1980 · 1,468 responses · weighted estimates computed from individual responses
| Group | What elders think | Think for selves | n | MoE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All respondents | 45% | 55% | 1468 | ±3 | |
| 18–29 | 34% | 66% | 357 | ±6 | |
| 30–44 | 39% | 61% | 426 | ±6 | |
| 45–64 | 51% | 49% | 408 | ±6 | |
| 65+ |
General Social Survey 1980 · US adults 18+ living in households (English, and Spanish since 2006). Shares of people who gave an answer. n is unweighted; ± is the 95% margin of error at 50% from the weighted effective sample. Groups with an effective sample under 50 are grayed; under 20, hidden.
| Poll | Field dates | Mode | Respondents | Responses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Social Survey 1980 | 1980-01-18 to 1980-05-16 | face to face | 1,468 | 1,468 |
| 69% |
| 31% |
| 268 |
| ±7 |