People try to make impressions on others by explicitly telling other people things about themselves ("I have a lot of experience with this"), by wearing certain brands (e.g., Birkenstock, Stussy, Nike, Prada), and by using certain body language (e.g., strutting or crossing one's legs). These are all examples of ____.
A) the looking-glass self
B) self as institution
C) narcissism
D) self-presentation

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The examples given in the statement are all instances of self-presentation, which is the conscious or unconscious process of constructing an image of oneself in relation to others.

People Try to Make Impressions on Others by Explicitly Telling