Friendships Between Members of Different Ethnic Groups Is Usually Based

question 37

Multiple Choice

Friendships between members of different ethnic groups is usually based on

• A) the "opposites attract" principle.
• B) the need for appraisal.
• C) similar interests and activities.
• D) cognitive dissonance.

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