You are attending a school football game with thousands of other college students.The official makes a bad call and people begin to protest by throwing things onto the field.You begin to follow the crowd and throw things as well.Your behavior illustrates an example of_______.
A) deindividuation
B) social loafing
C) distraction conflict theory
D) social facilitation

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Deindividuation refers to the loss of personal identity and individual accountability when in a large group. This can lead to conformity to group norms and behaviors that an individual would not typically engage in if left to their own devices. In this scenario, the individual is likely feeling empowered and emboldened by the collective action of the crowd, leading to their participation in throwing objects onto the field.

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