In Noelle-Neumann's interviews with smokers, she found that in the presence of nonsmokers
A) smokers were adamant about their rights to smoke when and where they wish
B) smokers felt attacked about their opinions regarding smokers' rights
C) smokers were more likely to argue with them about smokers' rights
D) smokers were less willing to overtly support smokers' rights

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Noelle-Neumann's research, which is associated with the Spiral of Silence theory, found that smokers were less willing to express support for smokers' rights in the presence of nonsmokers, likely due to the fear of isolation or backlash. This aligns with the theory's premise that individuals are less likely to express their opinions if they believe they are in the minority or if their opinion might isolate them from the majority.

In Noelle-Neumann's Interviews with Smokers, She Found That in the Presence