Esmeralda Is Very Anxious About Taking Her Final Exam in Organic

question 155

Multiple Choice

Esmeralda is very anxious about taking her final exam in organic chemistry.Instead of doing last-minute studying in her dorm,Esmeralda goes to the exam room.Several students are already there,discussing their nervousness about the final.Social comparison theory would predict that Esmeralda will ________ in the presence of other anxious people.

• A) become more anxious
• B) become too aroused
• C) feel validated
• D) feel competitive

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Definitions:

Geo-political Standing

The position or status of a country or region in relation to its political and geographical characteristics, influencing its relations with others.

Information/Communications Technology

A broad term for technology used in capturing, processing, storing, and exchanging data and information, including computers, internet, and telecommunications.

Comparative Advantage

The ability of an entity to produce a good or offer a service at a lower opportunity cost than its competitors, leading to more efficient international trade.