When People Make an Upward Social Comparison, They Are Comparing

question 50

Multiple Choice

When people make an upward social comparison, they are comparing themselves to __________.

• A) someone who is better than they are
• B) someone who is worse off than they are
• C) someone who is similar to them
• D) the first person they encounter

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Definitions:

Carrying The Bride

is a traditional act involving a groom physically lifting and carrying his bride, often across the threshold of their new home, symbolizing the start of their new life together.

Threshold

The level or point at which something starts or changes, often used metaphorically for the starting point of an action or experience.

Abduction

The action or an instance of forcibly taking someone away against their will.

Romantic Bliss

A state of profound happiness and fulfillment within a romantic relationship, often characterized by mutual love and understanding.