Which of the following is an example of social contagion?
A) A man purchasing an electronic gadget just because it was on sale
B) A woman buying medicines over the counter that were prescribed by her doctor
C) A retired man purchasing a house in an urban area so that he can socialize with wealthy people
D) A middle-aged woman purchasing an anti-wrinkle cream just because her colleagues influenced her to try the product

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Social contagion is the phenomenon of individuals adopting the beliefs or behaviours of others in a group. In this case, the middle-aged woman purchased an anti-wrinkle cream because her colleagues influenced her to try the product, which is an example of peer pressure and social contagion. The other options do not involve peer pressure or social contagion.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Social Contagion