Most College Students Perceive Themselves as Less Likely Than Their

question 246

Multiple Choice

Most college students perceive themselves as less likely than their average classmate to develop drinking problems.This best illustrates

• A)an external of control.
• B)a Type B personality.
• C)unrealistic optimism.
• D)the tyranny of choice.

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