Days before the party he is having in his home,Lamar buys a number of wine magazines to leave around his living room.He does this in an effort to lead his guests to the conclusion that he is a sophisticated wine connoisseur.In reality,Lamar is a devotee of Colt 45 malt liquor and only drinks wine during ceremonial toasts.Psychologists describe Lamar's behavior as:
A) acquiescence.
B) faking good.
C) disingenuous responding.
D) impression management.

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Lamar is engaging in impression management, which refers to the conscious or subconscious process of attempting to control or influence the perceptions of others about oneself. By strategically placing wine magazines in his living room, he is trying to create a desired impression of himself as a sophisticated wine connoisseur, despite the fact that it is not entirely accurate.

Days Before the Party He Is Having in His Home,Lamar