On the first day of class, Professor Smith always wears a tie to convey that he is serious about his job. On the other hand, he gives out his home number as a way of letting students know that he is approachable. Professor Smith is engaged in
A)backstage behavior.
B)impression management.
C)role strain.
D)role conflict.

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Impression management refers to the process of controlling the impressions others form about us, which is exactly what Professor Smith is doing by wearing a tie to appear serious and giving out his home number to appear approachable.

On the First Day of Class, Professor Smith Always Wears