Your boss has just screamed at the work staff for poor sales growth and high absenteeism.Consequently,you decide that this would not be a good time to speak to the boss about a promotion.In this instance,you are effectively
A)demonstrating role taking.
B)playing the part of a significant other.
C)playing the part of a generalized other.
D)completing the preparatory stage of Mead's theory.

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By recognizing the situational cues and adjusting their behavior accordingly, the person is demonstrating role taking, which is a key aspect of George Herbert Mead's theory of socialization. They are understanding their position in the social hierarchy, recognizing the expectations of their role, and adjusting their behavior to fit the situation.

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