Even though it was billed as "one of the most delightfully funny Broadway plays every produced," Michael thought the jokes were corny, the actors were too mechanical, and the singing was mediocre. However, at the conclusion of the play, Michael reluctantly stood up with the rest of the audience to join in the standing ovation. Michael's behavior clearly illustrates:

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Michael's behavior of standing up with the rest of the audience to join in the standing ovation despite not enjoying the play is an example of conformity. He is conforming to the social norm of giving a standing ovation at the end of a play, even though he personally did not feel it was deserved.

Even Though It Was Billed as "One of the Most