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A. It refers to penalties and rewards for conduct concerning a social norm.
B. It refers to going along with one's peers, who have no special right to direct that person's behavior.
C. It refers to compliance with higher authorities in a hierarchical structure.
D. It refers to compliance with religious authorities.


Answer: C

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