Kerry loves and respects her mother; however, her mother works in a job that she hates. Kerry knows that she wants better for herself and wants to earn a college degree and work as a teacher. Which of the following self-concepts best describes Kerry's trepidation of working in a dissatisfying career like her mother does?

A. feared self
B. real self
C. possible self
D. ideal self


Answer: A

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