Smiling and making polite remarks to people we do not like is an example of
A)making another feel embarrassment.
B)exercising power over another.
C)idealizing a personal performance.
D)losing face.

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Smiling and making polite remarks to people we do not like is an example of idealizing a personal performance, as we are presenting a positive image of ourselves to others, even though it may not be genuine. It is not a form of making another feel embarrassment or exercising power over another. Losing face refers to a person losing their reputation or social standing, which is not applicable in this scenario.

Smiling and Making Polite Remarks to People We Do Not