According to Social Comparison Theory,people Are Most Likely to Compare

question 123

Multiple Choice

According to social comparison theory,people are most likely to compare themselves with others on a particular ability when they:

• A)are the only person belonging to a particular social identity in a group of people.
• B)are feeling depressed.
• C)are feeling confident about their ability.
• D)lack objective standards to assess their standing on that ability.

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