Maria Defines Herself in Terms of Many Different Domains, Each

question 39

Multiple Choice

Maria defines herself in terms of many different domains, each of which includes distinct traits and abilities.Arthur defines himself in terms of just a few domains, with similar traits and preferences represented in each domain.According to Linville's self-complexity theory, who will be able better to manage a negative event that threatens one of these life domains?

• A) Maria will be better at managing a negative event than Arthur.
• B) Arthur will be better at managing a negative event than Maria.
• C) Both Maria and Arthur will be able to manage a negative event.
• D) Neither Maria nor Arthur will be able to manage a negative event.