Sabina does not like to drink. At a recent party, however, everyone was drinking, and they started to give her a hard time because she wasn't drinking. Because of all the pressure, Sabina decided to drink. Sabina's behavior is an example of
A. compliance.
B. social facilitation.
C. conformity.
D. obedience.
Answer: A
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