Critics of the symbolic interaction theory state that interactionists overlook the irrational andunconscious aspects of behavior. Which of the following statements, if true, is likely to weaken this criticism?

A) Interactionists have an overly optimistic andunrealistic view of people's everyday choices.
B) Research indicates that people mostly behave reflectively and contemplate things before taking action.
C)Studies show that people act impulsively and rarely fear the consequences of hasty actions.
D) Interactionists focus only on macro factors when examining individuals' behavior.


B

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