Arvind Is Depressed and Does Not Really Like Himself

question 125

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.Amanda seems to enjoy his company and gives him compliments.Lucas seems to enjoy hanging out with Arvind but also is critical of him.Research suggests that Arvind will:

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

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