Which of the following maximize(s) the influence of the principle of social proof?
(a) Uncertainty regarding the situation. (b) A feeling of obligation toward the others in the situation.
(c) A feeling of similarity to the others in the situation.
(d) Only b and c.
(e) Only a and c.
ANSWER: E
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