Social identity theory would predict that the more time one spends with a group, the more one will
A) come to like each member of the group.
B) be able to differentiate among members of the group.
C) become similar to the members of the group.
D) become more independent.

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According to social identity theory, individuals are motivated to maintain a positive sense of self-esteem based on their group memberships. As such, the theory predicts that individuals will become more similar to members of the group they spend time with in order to improve their self-esteem through identification with the group. Therefore, spending more time with a group would lead to greater similarity with the group rather than more independence or differentiation among members.

Social Identity Theory Would Predict That the More Time One