How did television contribute to the conformity of the 1950s? television shows encouraged people to be individuals. television aired only news and information programs. television portrayed a lifestyle that many people tried to imitate. television programming had little creativity or new ideas.

The correct answer is Television portrayed a lifestyle that many people tried to imitate.

The popularity of TV during the 1950's helped to shape a conformist culture in the US. A majority of the programs during this era were family friendly and portrayed an idealic, suburban lifestyle that Americans tried to imitate. This included shows like "I Love Lucy" and "Leave it to Beaver."

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b) a rich merchant.