An annoyed citizen statement such as "Why did you show up in a firetruck?" exemplifies which type of expectation?

The statement from the citizen reflects an explicit expectation. Explicit expectations are those that are clearly articulated and understood by both parties. In this case, the citizen is expressing a direct concern about the presence of a firetruck, suggesting that they anticipated a different response or service from the fire department, possibly a less conspicuous vehicle for a non-emergency situation.

Explicit expectations often arise from the established norms within a community regarding fire department responses. When a member of the public acknowledges the presence of a firetruck in a situation where they perceive it is not warranted, it shows they have a clear understanding of what they believe should occur in that scenario. This awareness significantly influences how they interpret the actions of the fire service, and their annoyance stems from the discrepancy between their expectation and the reality.

The other types of expectation, such as implicit or assumed, refer to understandings that are generally accepted without being directly communicated. General expectations are broader and not directed towards specific actions or scenarios. In this case, the clear expression of concern by the citizen about the firetruck points to explicit expectations rather than any of these other categories.