In general, researchers are most likely to study happiness by:

A. collecting data about people's temperament, income, and cognitive patterns.
B. having people describe their social relationships, goals, and preferred activities.
C. asking people how satisfied they are with their lives.
D. observing people interacting with their families and friends.


Answer: C

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