Greg and Tom Met in Summer School and Quickly Became

question 45

Multiple Choice

Greg and Tom met in summer school and quickly became best friends. According to research, what is the most important factor distinguishing them as best friends?

• A) high levels of identity support
• B) adherence to friendship rules
• C) low levels of identity support
• D) complementary interests
• E) close proximity

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Definitions:

Supported

Refers to something that is upheld or backed by evidence, resources, or systems.

Dichotomy Corollary

A principle within George Kelly's personal construct theory that states individuals naturally interpret experiences through bipolar constructs, like good vs. bad or happy vs. sad.

Bipolar

A psychiatric disorder characterized by significant mood swings, including periods of depression and periods of mania or elevated mood.

Constructs

Psychological concepts or categories used to understand and interpret the world, often unique to each individual, as proposed by George Kelly.