Marcy's friends are going to a new bar in town. Although Marcy does not drink and does not usually go to bars, she decides to go with her friends since she does not want to be left out. This scenario illustrates ____.
A)conformity
B)pluralistic ignorance
C)reciprocity
D)diffusion of responsibility

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Marcy's decision to go to the bar despite her usual preferences, because she does not want to feel left out, is an example of conformity. Conformity involves changing one's behavior or beliefs in response to perceived group pressure or to fit in with a group.

Marcy's Friends Are Going to a New Bar in Town