Canadian researchers Herman and Polivy identified that the presence of others strongly influences the amount of food a person will eat.Which of the following statements is NOT one of their findings?
A)Social influences have more impact than any other eating influence.
B)The presence of others can override the effects of being full.
C)The presence of others can override extreme hunger.
D)The presence of others does not influence eating patterns if the food is perceived as really enjoyable.

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Herman and Polivy did not find that the presence of others does not influence eating patterns if the food is perceived as really enjoyable. They found the opposite, that social facilitation (the presence of others) increases food intake even when the food is highly palatable.

Canadian Researchers Herman and Polivy Identified That the Presence of Others