Margaret is a 27-year-old soccer mom who never misses her daughter's games. Her friends argue that her behavior is embarrassing, and she is making a fool of herself when she repeatedly yells and jumps to her feet. Margaret insists that no one is paying attention to her behavior and states, "It's a soccer game-people are expected to get excited!" Which of the following determines whether Margaret's behavior is normal?

A. Gender differences
B. Individual differences
C. Her social status
D. The context in which it is performed


Answer: D

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