If your friend pretends not to see you stumble over your own feet as you walk down the street together, which corrective facework strategy is being employed?
A) avoidance
B) accounts
C) physical remediation
D) tactful recovery

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Avoidance is a corrective facework strategy where an individual pretends not to notice a social faux pas or awkward situation to help maintain the other person's dignity or "save face." In this scenario, by pretending not to see the stumble, your friend is avoiding drawing attention to the mishap, thereby helping you maintain your composure and dignity.

If Your Friend Pretends Not to See You Stumble Over