Which of the following is an example of normative social influence?
A. Jerry and his wife homeschool their children to avoid the negative influences of the outside world.
B. After he retires from work, Nick decides to learn a new skill and develop it into a full-time hobby.
C. Patricia learned to bake and cook by watching her mother work in the kitchen.
D. Bryan uses foul language like most of his friends just so he is accepted and liked by them.
Answer: D
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