After his psychology class, Albert tells his professor that she is an exceptional teacher and that he thinks she made the material interesting and engaging. Assuming that he is behaving insincerely, which of the following self-presentational tactics is Albert using?
A) Ingratiation
B) Self-handicapping
C) Social loafing
D) Lowballing

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Ingratiation is a self-presentational tactic in which an individual seeks to enhance his or her image in the eyes of others by expressing favorable opinions of them or flattering them in some way. In this case, Albert is praising his professor in order to make a good impression and enhance his own image.

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