The Sociometer Theory of Self-Esteem Suggests That Personal Self-Esteem ____

question 71

Multiple Choice

The sociometer theory of self-esteem suggests that personal self-esteem ____.

• A) functions as an indicator of how socially acceptable or unacceptable we are
• B) is a reflection of how happy or unhappy our social networks are
• C) is directly related to the self-esteem levels of the people around us
• D) is partially based on how much we value, or esteem, the various social groups that we are part of

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