The fact that Japanese individuals typically sit farther apart when conversing than Americans do and that the Greeks are more likely than the Western Europeans to touch during a social interaction are best considered as examples of ________.
A)groupthink
B)stereotype threats
C)social norms
D)informational social influence

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These examples illustrate social norms, which are the expected standards of conduct within a society that influence behavior. The differences in physical distance and touch during interactions between cultures reflect their respective social norms regarding personal space and physical contact.

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