Question

Two young men are on an elevator together. after briefly acknowledging each other’s presence, they “politely ignore” each other for the remainder of the ride. goffman would refer to this behavior as an example of:

Answer 1

Goffman would refer to this behavior as: civic inattention

Answer 2

Answer:

Civic inattention

Explanation:

Civic inattention is the process in which strangers show that they are aware of each other, but avoid imposing on each other as a way to respect each other's privacy and personal space. This is a way to show recognition for a person's personal boundaries. Civil inattention makes it possible for people to  remain anonymous and private in big cities or crowds. However, it can also lead to loneliness.