Lydia maintains her Facebook page, posting updates regularly and commenting on her friends' posts. She also IMs and e-mails the same group of friends. She maintains her most important friendships not only in person but also online. What motivates Lydia's use of communication technology?

A. interaction needs
B. social skills
C. need to belong
D. relational wants


Answer: C

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