What Is the Relationship Between the Amount of Time One

question 58

Multiple Choice

What is the relationship between the amount of time one spends using the internet and the number of friends they have?

• A) Heavy internet users have more online but fewer offline friends.
• B) Heavy internet users have more online and offline friends.
• C) Internet abstainers have the most friends offline, and clearly no friends online.
• D) Light internet users have the most offline friends and few online friends.

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Definitions:

Inequity

A lack of fairness or justice in situations, often related to the distribution of resources, opportunities, and treatment of individuals.

Equity Theory Model

A theory that suggests individuals are motivated by a sense of fairness in their interactions and that they compare their own ratio of efforts and rewards with that of others.

Comparison Other

A reference point in social comparison theory, where individuals evaluate themselves in relation to others to assess accomplishments, abilities, or status.

Self-image

An individual’s conception of themselves, which can include perceptions of their abilities, appearance, and personality.