According to the sociometer theory, __________
a. when belongingness is high, self-esteem drops
b. when belongingness is high, self-esteem increases
c. when belongingness is low, self-esteem drops
d. when belongingness is low, self-esteem increases
Answer: C: when belongingness is low, self-esteem drops
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