According to the distinctiveness hypothesis:
A) individuals are disproportionately more likely to spontaneously mention any unique factors they may possess when describing themselves.
B) people want to fit in, and will attempt to minimize characteristics that set them apart from others.
C) all people are unique in their own way.
D) people with distinctive characteristics have higher than average self-esteem.

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The distinctiveness hypothesis suggests that individuals are more likely to mention unique or distinctive traits about themselves when describing their identity, as these traits stand out in their social context.

According to the Distinctiveness Hypothesis