You have been invited to a party where you don't know many people. In an effort to make a good first impression that projects confidence, you smile frequently and maintain a relaxed body posture. This nonverbal communication is related to
A) cultural environment.
B) identity management.
C) disinhibition.
D) informal roles.

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Smiling frequently and maintaining a relaxed body posture are ways to manage how others perceive you, which is a part of identity management. This involves controlling or guiding the impression others form about you, especially in new or social situations, to project confidence and approachability.

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