An Acquaintance Who Is Not a Friend but Still Has

question 31

Multiple Choice

An acquaintance who is not a friend but still has an impact on an adult's life is called a(n) _____.

• A) social convoy
• B) kinkeeper
• C) consequential stranger
• D) fictive kin

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Definitions:

Ingroup Bias

The tendency to favor and have more positive attitudes towards one's own group compared to outgroups, often leading to partiality and prejudice.

Group Membership

Relates to the inclusion in or identification with a particular set of individuals who share common interests, goals, or characteristics.

Self-Esteem

An individual's subjective evaluation of their own worth, encompassing beliefs about oneself as well as emotional states.

Death Anxiety

A psychological condition where an individual harbors fears or apprehensions about the prospect of death or the process of dying.