Nicole has just met some new people in her dorm. During a discussion of campus issues, she modifies her opinions so that they match those of her new friends. The most likely reason Nicole did this is that
A) people judge others primarily on their political attitudes.
B) creating similarity is a successful ingratiation strategy.
C) this form of self-handicapping tends to make people more likable.
D) Nicole is a low self-monitor.
Answer: B
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