Lori cares deeply about what her professor thinks of her and wants her professor to have a good opinion of her. Which description best describes Lori's professor?
A)a person who has high self-esteem
B)a generalized other
C)a person capable of reflective appraisal
D)a significant other

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Lori's professor is described as a "significant other" because Lori values the professor's opinion highly, indicating that the professor plays an important role in shaping Lori's self-concept and behaviors.

Lori Cares Deeply About What Her Professor Thinks of Her