Mike approaches a long line at the grocery store.He decides to go toward the front of the line,where he says to a woman,"Excuse me,may I get in line in front of you,because I am buying some groceries?" According to research on mindlessness presented in your textbook,how is the woman in line likely to behave?
A)She will refuse Mike's request and send him to the back of the line.
B)She will allow Mike to get in line in front of her.
C)She will negotiate with Mike as to why he needs to be in front of her.
D)She will throw a fit in line,and Mike will quickly walk to the back of the line.

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According to research on mindlessness, people are more likely to comply with simple and straightforward requests, especially in a situation where they are distracted by waiting in line. Mike's request is straightforward and reasonable, so the woman is likely to allow him to get in line in front of her.

Mike Approaches a Long Line at the Grocery Store