Research shows that people often
A) unconsciously copy the behavior of those around them for no apparent reason.
B) try to avoid social situations by disappearing into the background and avoiding being noticed.
C) pretend to occupy a social role that is not their own.
D) change the color scheme of their clothing to match the clothing of those of the most popular people in their group.
Answer: A
Rationale: Individuals mimic another's behavior without meaning to or knowing that they are doing it. Furthermore, the imitated behavior usually does not have any apparent use; it is as if it "just happens."
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