The so-called "bad apple" effect refers to the idea that ____.
A) people who are socially rejected by others tend, as a result, to become increasingly deviant and nonconformist
B) groups that consist of about twelve or more people tend to include at least one person who is a "rule-breaker"
C) people who are deviant in one situation or at one time tend to be deviant in other situations and at other times as well
D) one person who breaks the rules can inspire others to break the rules

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The "bad apple" effect refers to the idea that one person who breaks the rules or behaves in a deviant way can inspire others to also break the rules or behave in deviant ways. This can happen within a group or organization, and the behavior of the "bad apple" can spread to the rest of the group.

The So-Called "Bad Apple" Effect Refers to the Idea That