According to festinger’s (1954) social comparison theory, people often form judgments about their traits and abilities by comparing themselves with others. according to the theory, this process is most likely to occur when

Which of the following will increase a population's growth rate? read the following scenario and answer the question(s) below. population growth is at the root of many serious environmental problems. from the ancient babylonians thousands of years ago, to thomas malthus two centuries ago, to present day neo-malthusians, humans seem to possess an awareness of earth's limitations in the face of growing populations. today, our ability to accurately quantify and monitor population growth is very sophisticated. we can measure growth and make predictions about world growth with mathematical and computer models. despite long-lasting, rapid global population growth that is only recently starting to show signs of slowing, we have thus far been able to avoid global catastrophe. can we continue to avoid disaster? which of the following will increase a population's growth rate? increased urbanization increased industrialization increased immigration decreased immigration increased emigratio

Does increased security engender feelings of increased safety or does it increase the fears that people have?

Atraffic cop has pulled over a speeder, only to discover that he has stopped a close friend. the police officer is torn, because his professional obligations demand that he punish the speeder, but his personal obligations suggest that he should give a friend a break. what is this called?