Using Goffman's (1959) notion of dramaturgy, in which of the following
Instances will impression management be particularly difficult?
A) Jinan has been assigned the role of "genius" by others
B) Jim has been assigned the role of "delinquent" by others
C) Erika has been assigned the role of "dancer" by others
D) Roz has been assigned the role of "corporate executive" by others
E) Goffman's work indicates that impression management is equally difficult with any type of role

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Jim has been assigned the role of "delinquent" by others. This role carries a negative social stigma, which makes impression management more difficult for Jim. As Goffman explains, people must carefully manage their impressions to conform to the expectations of their social roles. However, in Jim's case, the role of delinquent is associated with deviant behavior and is likely to elicit negative reactions from others. Therefore, impression management is particularly challenging for Jim.

Using Goffman's (1959) Notion of Dramaturgy, in Which of the Following