The Mechanism by Which We Compare Ourselves to Other People

question 2

Multiple Choice

The mechanism by which we compare ourselves to other people to determine whether or not our perception of social reality is correct is known as ________.

• A)reality checking
• B)impression manifestation
• C)social comparison
• D)societal comparison
• E)other comparison

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Definitions:

Contractions

The process of muscles becoming shorter and tighter, often referring to the process of childbirth where the muscles of the uterus tighten.

Parkinson's Disease

Parkinson's Disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects movement, causing tremors, stiffness, and difficulty with walking, balance, and coordination.

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter involved in controlling the brain's reward and pleasure centers, and regulating movement and emotional responses.

Myelin Sheath

A fatty layer that encases the axons of some nerve cells, facilitating the rapid transmission of nerve impulses.