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faduma

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Festinger's (1954) social comparison theory emphasized the drive to assess one's abilities and opinions
 
  A) positively.
  B) as frequently as possible.
  C) independently of our views of others.
  D) accurately.

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Why do people desire positive self-regard?
 
  A) We want to believe that we are effective.
  B) We want to believe that we are socially accepted.
  C) Positive self-regard often facilitates achievement.
  D) all of the above


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princessflame2016

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: D

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D


faduma

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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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