According to your textbook, one of the situations that produces more mimicry than others is when an individual
A) is hanging out with old friends.
B) is not interested in how others perceive them.
C) dislikes the person they are imitating.
D) wants to make a good impression.
Answer: D
Rationale: We are more likely to mimic others when we need to make a good impression, want to be liked, or want to be part of an "ingroup."
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