Which of the Following Best Describes What Is Meant by Temporal

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes what is meant by temporal self-appraisal theory?

• A) People need a long period of time to fully develop evaluative appraisals of their self-concepts
• B) People tend to disparage their past selves in order to make more favorable social comparisons with their more recent selves
• C) People tend to have unreasonably optimistic aspirations for their future selves
• D) All of the above

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Definitions:

Pentad Unit

A group or collection of five units, often used in the study of linguistics or qualitative research as a structural component.

Structure and Properties

The organization and intrinsic attributes of something that determine its behavior under various conditions.

Expressive Function

One of Jakobson’s semiotic functions. Describes or establishes the speaker’s condition or emotional state.

Speaker's Emotional State

The affective condition of an individual who is communicating, which can influence the message delivery and reception.