Research indicates that our cultural values encourage individualism and competition. Which of the following is a characteristic of individualism?
A) It creates a sense of community and cooperation in an individual.
B) It helps individuals avoid narcissistic behavior.
C) It encourages the individual to have a preoccupation with self.
D) It promotes feelings of selflessness in an individual.
C
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