SCENARIO $8-3$

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Jerod makes sure that he associates with the "right" people and is constantly complimenting others about their good work.

Referring to SCENARIO $8-3,$ a year later, Jerod was overheard describing how his performance at Xenon has increased profitability by threefold. This is an example of which impression management technique?

Select one:

excuses

flattery

acclamation

association

conformity