What is ‘social comparison theory’?

A. The idea that individuals determine their own social and personal worth based on how they stack up against others
B. A type of cognitive distortion
C. A form of emotional intelligence
D. A method of behavior modification

Answer: The idea that individuals determine their own social and personal worth based on how they stack up against others


Additional Information: Social comparison theory suggests that people evaluate themselves by comparing to others.


Subjects: Psychology