When Are People More Likely to Be Concerned with Appearing

question 26

Multiple Choice

When are people more likely to be concerned with appearing competent?

• A) after a recent failure
• B) after a recent success
• C) when they are among individuals who present themselves in a modest way
• D) when they are among friends

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Definitions:

Workdays

The days on which an individual is scheduled to work, typically referring to the standard Monday through Friday schedule for full-time employment.

Developmentalists

Researchers who specialize in the study of how people grow and change over the course of their life, focusing on developmental psychology.

Systematic Observation

A methodical approach to data collection where the observer follows a strict set of guidelines to record behaviors, events, or other phenomena, often used in research to ensure reliability and validity.

Wilhelm Preyer

A German scientist recognized for his contributions to the study of child development and for being a pioneer in the field of developmental psychology.