Arvind Is Depressed and Does Not Really Like Himself

question 66

Multiple Choice

Arvind is depressed and does not really like himself. At his new school, there are two people who seem interested in being friends with him. One, Amanda, is generally positively disposed towards him and gives him compliments. The other, Lucas, seems to enjoy hanging out with Arvind but also is critical of him. Research suggests that Arvind:

• A) will prefer to associate with Amanda.
• B) will prefer to associate with Lucas.
• C) will want to equally associate with both Amanda and Lucas.
• D) will not really want to associate with either of these people.

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