Herman, an inmate in Cell Block D, regularly started fights with other inmates, and seemed to thrive on the conflict.Which of the informal norms identified by Sykes and Messinger is Herman violating, as described in prison language?

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Herman is violating the norm of "play it cool," which refers to the expectation that inmates should avoid causing trouble or drawing unnecessary attention to themselves by engaging in conflicts or disruptive behavior. By starting fights, Herman is not adhering to this informal norm of maintaining a low profile and avoiding conflict.

Herman, an Inmate in Cell Block D, Regularly Started Fights