Alex thinks smoking is addictive but other players on his hockey team insist that it's not.Alex is likely to conform to their opinion if
A) he has publicly voiced his opinion on this issue.
B) there is obvious disagreement among team players regarding the issue.
C) he feels insecure in his role as a new member of the team.
D) there are very few team members whom he currently wants to befriend.

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Alex is more likely to conform to the opinions of his hockey team if he feels insecure in his role as a new member of the team. The need to fit in and be accepted by his peers is stronger when he is still trying to establish his position within the group. If he feels secure in his position or if there are no social pressures, he may be less likely to conform. Therefore, option C is the best choice.

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