Which of the following would be an example of a back-stage performance?
A) a flight attendant smiling when a passenger is being rude
B) a teacher acting enthusiastic about his lesson even though he finds the topic boring
C) a politician smiling warmly during a campaign stop even though he is tired
D) a salesman telling his friend about the horrible way customers treated him that day

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A back-stage performance refers to behavior that is not intended for public consumption; it is the behavior that takes place when individuals are not in front of others. In this case, the salesman is speaking to a friend, which implies that he is not in front of customers, and is exhibiting behavior that he may not exhibit in front of them.

Which of the Following Would Be an Example of a Back-Stage