A key point of impression management theory is that seemingly innocuous actions
A) might be aimed at showing a person in a favorable light.
B) are not part of impression management because they are not planned.
C) are likely to have the biggest negative impact on a person's reputation.
D) are likely to have the smallest negative impact on a person's reputation.

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Impression management theory focuses on how individuals try to shape the impressions others have of them. Seemingly innocuous actions can be part of this process, as individuals may try to present themselves in a more favorable light through their behavior. Therefore, choice A is the correct answer.

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