Tina, age 11, characterizes herself as a smart, friendly person who is helpful to others. Tina's views of herself are based on __________.
A. her physical skills
B. abstract psychological characteristics
C. her desire to be popular with her friends
D. external activities relying on motor skills
Answer: B
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