Which of the following statements most reflects a social psychological point of view?

a. I'll hire Justin to house-sit because he seems like a trustworthy type.
b. Sara won the competition because she is a hard-working person.
c. Fred offered to help because there was a certain someone watching whom he wanted to impress.
d. Janet's love for Jessica is an unconscious reflection of her childhood idealization of her mother.


Answer: C

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