Margo is vegan and is an advocate for animal rights.She is very active online in chat rooms for vegans,in online support groups,and even with social media friends.The more she associates with likeminded people online the stronger her views become.This illustrates
A) group polarization.
B) social contagion.
C) conformity.
D) obedience.

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Group polarization occurs when discussions within a group lead to the adoption of more extreme positions or attitudes than the members initially had. Margo's increasing strength in her views due to her interactions with like-minded individuals online is a classic example of group polarization, where the group consensus amplifies her original stance.

Margo Is Vegan and Is an Advocate for Animal Rights