Which Subjects in Tiggeman & Polivy's (2010)study of the Effects

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which subjects in Tiggeman & Polivy's (2010) study of the effects of social comparison had the LEAST dissatisfaction with their bodies and LEAST negative mood?

• A) subjects who had compared their appearance with that of a thin model
• B) subjects who had compared their intelligence with that of a thin model
• C) subjects who had compared their height with that of a tall model
• D) subjects who had compared their morality with that of a thin model
• E) subjects who had compared their appearance with a slim television actress

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