A college professor has a large collection of controversial counterculture T-shirts, but makes sure to never wear these shirts to class. What is this kind of conformity called?
A) identification
B) compliance
C) internalization
D) groupthink

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The type of conformity that is described in the scenario is compliance. Compliance involves conforming to the norms or expectations of a group in order to gain acceptance, but not necessarily internalizing those norms or beliefs as one's own. The professor is choosing to conform to the norm of professional dress in the classroom in order to maintain a professional image and avoid potential conflicts or distractions.

A College Professor Has a Large Collection of Controversial Counterculture