One day you notice new neighbors moving in across the street. Because you have never interacted with them before, you are uncertain about what they are like. You decide to walk over and talk to them. Based on this description, which best explains why you decided to reduce uncertainty?

A. behavioral uncertainty
B. anticipation of future interaction
C. reciprocity
D. conventional politeness


A. behavioral uncertainty

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