In the movie Catch Me If You Can, which is based on a true story, a con man named Frank Abagnale Jr. would dress up in a pilot's uniform not only to pass bad cheques, but also to improve his mood when he felt lonely, insecure, and depressed. According to Abagnale, the uniform brought him respect and dignity, and helped him to overcome feelings of uselessness and dejection. In addition to financial gain, Abagnale's motive(s) for wearing a pilot's uniform addressed the need for:
A) self-presentation and self-enhancement.
B) self- presentation and self-verification.
C) self-improvement and self-enhancement.
D) self-improvement and self-consistency.

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Frank Abagnale Jr. wore the pilot's uniform for self-presentation, to project a certain image to others, and for self-enhancement, to boost his own self-esteem and mood.

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