Phaedra's friend has asked her to join him for a fundraiser dinner. When they reach their table, Phaedra notices more forks and spoons than she has ever seen at a single place setting. Rather than admit that she has no idea when to move from one piece of silverware to the next, she surreptitiously watches the other diners and sets aside each utensil when they do. Phaedra is relying on
A)groupthink.
B)deindividuation.
C)informational social influence.
D)social facilitation.
E)presumed competence.

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Phaedra is relying on informational social influence, which occurs when individuals look to the behavior of others to guide their own behavior in situations where they are unsure of the correct way to act. By observing and mimicking the actions of other diners, Phaedra is using the information provided by their behavior to navigate the unfamiliar dining etiquette.

Phaedra's Friend Has Asked Her to Join Him for a Fundraiser