A psychologist conducted an observational study to investigate how library users react when a smartphone rings loudly in a designated 'silent' study zone. The researcher observed encounters over a three-day period, recording the primary non-verbal reaction of the student closest to the phone. The results from the study are shown in the table below.
Table 1: Different non-verbal reactions observed when a phone rang in a silent study zone
| Reaction | Glances at phone owner | Frowns / Scowls | Shakes head | Sighs audibly | Ignores/No reaction | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency | 65 | 32 | 25 | 18 | 10 | 150 |
What is the mode for the type of reaction observed when a phone rang in the silent study zone?
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