Darrel is gay and some of his co-workers are aware of this. At work, he uses communication strategies that emphasize trying to fit in and be accepted by a dominant group. He talks about his nephews when his colleagues talk about their kids, and he laughs at some homophobic jokes that he doesn't really feel are funny. Darrel is using a(n) _____ accommodation strategy in order to assimilate.

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Darrel is using a nonassertive accommodation strategy, as he is trying to fit in and be accepted by not confronting or challenging the dominant group's norms, even if it means compromising his own identity or comfort.

Darrel Is Gay and Some of His Co-Workers Are Aware