Paula Was Athletic in High School and Maintained Her Normal

question 65

Multiple Choice

Paula was athletic in high school and maintained her normal weight during her freshman year in college. During her sophomore year, she moved off-campus and shared an apartment with two friends who were overweight. The three regularly enjoyed late nights watching movies and indulging in pizza and other snacks. As the holiday break approached, Paula realized that she had gained more than 20 pounds. Which type of influence were her friends having on her behavior?

• A) Moral support
• B) Emotional encouragement
• C) Social reinforcement
• D) Informal persuasion

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