All of the following are examples of social comparison except
A)being judged for a test based on other student's grades.
B)thinking over how you have added muscle mass in the last four months.
C)deciding to go on a diet after looking at models in a magazine.
D)judging your fitness level in contrast to others in the gym.
E)all of the above are examples of social comparison.

Question

All of the following are examples of social comparison except
A)​being judged for a test based on other student's grades.
B)​thinking over how you have added muscle mass in the last four months.
C)​deciding to go on a diet after looking at models in a magazine.
D)​judging your fitness level in contrast to others in the gym.
E)​all of the above are examples of social comparison.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Social comparison involves evaluating oneself by comparing oneself to others. Option B involves self-evaluation by looking at one's own progress rather than comparing oneself to others. Therefore, it is not an example of social comparison.

All of the Following Are Examples of Social Comparison Except