When he talks to his roommate, Andrew is more likely to tell him more personal thoughts than he would if he was talking to his professor. According to James's theory of the self, Andrew is demonstrating his _____ self.
A) material
B) social
C) spiritual
D) emotional

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According to James's theory of the self, the social self refers to how we present ourselves in different social contexts. Andrew is showing his social self by sharing more personal thoughts with his roommate than with his professor, indicating different social roles and relationships.

When He Talks to His Roommate, Andrew Is More Likely