When you meet your new supervisor for the first time, you neglect to extend your hand to her for a handshake. Which of these cultural components has your behavior violated?
A) taboo
B) folkway
C) sanction
D) social more

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Neglecting to extend a hand for a handshake violates a folkway, which is a common, unwritten rule of social behavior that is not strictly enforced. Taboos are strong prohibitions against certain behaviors, social mores are more serious norms that carry moral significance, and sanctions are consequences for violating norms.

When You Meet Your New Supervisor for the First Time