In describing the operation of symbolic interaction, Mead argued that there are two important "others" to whom we look to better understand ourselves. Influential people in the different situations in which we find ourselves are our _________.
A) looking glass self
B) idealized other
C) significant other
D) generalized other
E) wished-for self

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Mead argued that significant others are influential people in the different situations in which we find ourselves, and that we look to them to better understand ourselves. The looking glass self refers to the idea that our sense of self develops through our interactions with others, particularly through their responses to us. The idealized other refers to the person or group that we aspire to be like, while the wished-for self refers to the person we would like to become in the future. The generalized other refers to the overall cultural norms and values that influence our behavior.

In Describing the Operation of Symbolic Interaction, Mead Argued That