In the absence of social norms that prescribe the expression of positive emotion,during computer-mediated conversations people are more likely to express ________ and are more likely to use ________.
A)negative emotion; the flaming effect
B)trust; schmoozing
C)respect; status cues
D)pessimism; curse of knowledge effect

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Studies have shown that in the absence of social norms regulating the expression of positive emotion, people tend to express more negative emotion during computer-mediated conversations. This is often referred to as the "flaming effect." Additionally, people may be more likely to engage in aggressive or confrontational behavior when communicating online, which can also contribute to the expression of negative emotion.

In the Absence of Social Norms That Prescribe the Expression