Which of the following is a consequence of underestimating the power of social influence?

a. We perceive people as more inconsistent and variable than they really are.
b. We overestimate our vulnerability to social situations.
c. We tend to over-complicate simple situations.
d. We tend to oversimplify complex situations.


Answer: D

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