Although it may not seem like much, when an office worker brings in a plant to brighten up his cubicle, it is a(n):

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Bringing in a plant to brighten up a cubicle is an act of individual resistance as it shows the worker's desire to personalize their workspace and make it more pleasant, despite the limitations of their job. It may also be a way for the worker to assert some control over their environment, which can reduce feelings of powerlessness or alienation. Collective resistance (A) would involve a group of workers coming together to challenge an aspect of their working conditions, and a single worker bringing in a plant would not be sufficient for this. A bargaining tool (B) would be used in negotiations with an employer, and a plant would not have this function. Sign of nonalienation in labor (C) is not an appropriate description as the presence of a plant does not necessarily imply a sense of connection or fulfillment in one's work. A postmodern gesture (D) refers to actions that challenge or question traditional beliefs, and bringing in a plant for personal comfort or aesthetics does not fit this category.

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