Social Psychology in Action Video 1: Marshmallow StudyClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 15 and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test and answer the following question:Children who displayed the most will power during Mischel's marshmallow study grew up to be adults who displayed which of the following?
A. they had higher test scores, but lower social skills
B. they had better coping skills, but surprisingly, had higher rates of substance abuse
C. they had higher rates of obesity, but lower rates of substance abuse
D. they had better social skills, and better coping skills
Answer: D
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