Sally has a crush on Billy but is afraid to ask him out because she does not think he is interested in her.Billy has a crush on Sally but hasn't asked for her phone number because he thinks she'll say "no." This is a case of:
A)social comparison.
B)pluralistic ignorance.
C)groupthink.
D)group polarization.

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This is a case of pluralistic ignorance, where both Sally and Billy are making assumptions about each other's interest without actually communicating about it. They are both hesitant to make a move based on these assumptions, leading to a situation of inaction and uncertainty.

Sally Has a Crush on Billy but Is Afraid to Ask