Which statement is an example of reification?

a. “I don’t care how old you are. I’m your father, and you listen to me.”
b. “Changing the team mascot is a sacrilege to the history of the team.”
c. “Ugh, I ate way too much Halloween candy. I feel so fat today.”
d. “I can’t stand that guy. He’s selfish and never thinks of anyone else.”


b. “Changing the team mascot is a sacrilege to the history of the team.”

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