Based on the Study by Harold Kelley (1950) Presented in Your

question 84

Multiple Choice

Based on the study by Harold Kelley (1950) presented in your text, if you were to describe yourself to a blind date as being witty, how would she be most likely to view a slightly sarcastic comment you make?

• A) as rude
• B) as insensitive
• C) as being funny and witty
• D) as extremely sarcastic

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