Kevin and Lily are classmates and have known each other for a few semesters. They meet frequently for lunch after classes, and they talk about a wide range of topics. However, Kevin has noticed that Lily likes to gossip, sharing others' secrets with him. He is guarded with how much information he shares with her, for fear that she will share it with others. According to social penetration theory, Kevin's self-disclosure has ________ but not depth.

A. breadth
B. difference
C. range
D. variety


Answer: A

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