Social Comparisons Are Particularly Important When

question 122

Multiple Choice

Social comparisons are particularly important when

• A)we evaluate the actions or abilities of others.
• B)there are no objective standards for self-evaluation.
• C)we are making plans for the future.
• D)we need support for a course of action we have already decided to pursue.

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