The effect of computer-mediated communication on conformity vs. nonconformity: An impression management perspective

Journal of Consumer Psychology

Volumn 19, Issue 3, 2009, Pages 374-388

  Schlosser, Ann E ^a  

^a UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON   (United States)

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EID: 68349133028     PISSN: 10577408     EISSN: None     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1016/j.jcps.2009.03.005     Document Type: Article

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