Socioemotional selectivity is a theory that argues that social contact is motivated by a variety of goals, including all of the following EXCEPT
A) homogamy.
B) information seeking.
C) self-concept.
D) emotional regulation.

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Homogamy refers to choosing social contacts based on similarities such as age, education, and interests. While this is one way that people may choose social contacts, it is not considered one of the motivating goals of socioemotional selectivity theory. The other options, information seeking, self-concept, and emotional regulation, are all recognized as goals that can influence social contact choices.

Socioemotional Selectivity Is a Theory That Argues That Social Contact