A few years ago, the megahit television show American Idol had a contestant who had auditioned for and won a ticket to Los Angeles. This contestant was intriguing because he had left his band to pursue this opportunity

In social psychology, this might be considered an example of __________, which refers to acts that promote one's own interest at the expense of others.
a. self-promoting
b. isolation
c. defection
d. individuation


Answer: C

Psychology

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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