After living with your roommate for the past year and observing his behavior, you have concluded that he possesses a relatively independent view of self.Which of the following observations is consistent with this conclusion?
A) His relationship with his girlfriend is an important part of his identity.
B) He defines himself in terms of internal attributes, such as his preferences and opinions.
C) His identity is flexible: It is contingent on whom he is interacting with in the moment.
D) He forms relationships with people slowly because he is cautious about whom he lets into his inner circle.
E) He strives to maintain harmony in his relationships with friends.

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B) He defines himself in terms of internal attributes, such as his preferences and opinions. This is consistent with an independent view of self, focusing on personal attributes rather than social roles or relationships.

After Living with Your Roommate for the Past Year and Observing