In a culture that considers the public actions of a person as the true side of the self, which of the following would be considered Melissa's true self?
A)Melissa wonders whether she will fit in with her classmates at school.
B)While preparing for a PowerPoint presentation, Melissa feels nervous.
C)During an interview for a job in sales, Melissa performs well at a mock pitch for a new product.
D)Melissa is troubled by the discord between her parents and decides to keep a journal about the problem.

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In cultures that prioritize public actions as reflections of the true self, Melissa's performance during a job interview, a public and observable action, would be considered a manifestation of her true self. Choices A, B, and D involve private thoughts and feelings, not public actions.

In a Culture That Considers the Public Actions of a Person