To Assess the Influence of Self-Esteem on Interpersonal Attraction,researchers Either

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Multiple Choice

To assess the influence of self-esteem on interpersonal attraction,researchers either insulted or complimented students about their physical appearance just before they went on a blind date.In this research,the dependent variable was

• A) insults or compliments.
• B) physical appearance.
• C) interpersonal attraction.
• D) feelings of self-esteem.

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Definitions:

Identity Statuses

The various phases an individual goes through in the development of their identity, according to psychological theory.

Commitment and Crisis

A concept in developmental psychology signifying the urgent need to make decisions and commitments amidst life transitions or crises.

Myelinization

The process of coating the axons of neurons with a fatty sheath, myelin, which increases the speed at which electrical impulses propagate along the neural pathways.

Synaptic Pruning

The method through which unnecessary neurons and synaptic connections are removed to enhance the effectiveness of neural transmissions.