Which of the Following Statements About the Role of Social

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the role of social support is FALSE?

• A) It may buffer stress by increasing people's self-esteem.
• B) It may buffer stress by providing people with a greater sense of control.
• C) It may buffer stress by distracting people from the stressful event.
• D) It may buffer stress by reducing physiological arousal.

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