Gene Is Given a Questionnaire That Has Statements Like These

question 20

Multiple Choice

Gene is given a questionnaire that has statements like these printed on it: "I take a positive view of myself" and "I feel that I have a number of good qualities." He is asked to indicate how much he agrees with these kinds of statements. This questionnaire is meant to measure Gene's

• A) self-consciousness.
• B) identity cues.
• C) self-esteem.
• D) self-discrepancies.

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Definitions:

Means to an End

A phrase denoting actions or activities performed with the goal of achieving a specific outcome, often irrespective of the nature of the means used.

Role Set

A concept describing all the roles associated with a particular social status, highlighting the complexity of social positions.

Single Status

The classification of an individual who is not legally married or in a recognized domestic partnership.

Organizations

Groups of people who work together in structured and coordinated ways to achieve a set of goals or objectives.