Which of the Following Statements Is Not Correct About People

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is not correct about people who score high on measures of loneliness?

• A) Because they lack social skills, they have difficulty developing relationships.
• B) Because they have difficulty developing relationships, they have difficulty developing their social skills.
• C) They have the social skills but lack the opportunity to express them.
• D) Therapists often help lonely people develop their social skills.

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Definitions:

Risk-Averse

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Firm-Specific Risk

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Market Risk

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Portfolio

A portfolio consisting of various financial instruments such as stocks, bonds, commodities, cash, and cash alternatives, along with mutual funds and ETFs.