When Bill started talking on his cellphone during class he knew he violated a social norm when __________.
A)the person on the phone told him
B)he understood the social order
C)the class reacted negatively
D)the instructor allowed him to talk

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The class reacting negatively indicates that Bill violated a social norm, as their reaction was a consequence of his behavior. The other options are not relevant or do not necessarily imply a violation of social norms.

When Bill Started Talking on His Cellphone During Class He