John Works Out Every Day

question 134

Multiple Choice

John works out every day. He also tends to notice others' bodies and athletic skills. Compared to Tim, who never works out and doesn't pay any attention to others' physiques, John probably has

• A) "athletic" as part of his self-schema.
• B) a higher self-reference effect.
• C) less self-handicapping.
• D) more positive possible selves.

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