Jane Jones loves steak and kidney.She often sees this dish available in cafeterias; however,she has also overheard fellow cafe customers commenting that "only old people eat kidneys-how disgusting!" Because of the social criticism that she has overheard,Jane almost never buys steak and kidney when she is out in public.Jane would best be characterised as being engaged in ________.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Jane is aware of the social criticism surrounding the dish and alters her behavior (choosing not to order it in public) based on the perceived expectations of others. This behavior is indicative of high self-monitoring. Choice B) constructing an extended self refers to the process of incorporating objects or possessions into one's identity; this concept is not relevant in this scenario. Choice C) symbolic self-completion is the tendency to acquire and display objects that symbolize a desired social identity; again, this concept is not applicable here. Choice D) self-image congruence refers to the idea that individuals prefer products that match their self-concept; this concept is not relevant in this scenario either.

Jane Jones Loves Steak and Kidney