The cornerstone of Leon Festinger's (1954) social comparison theory is that people
A) have a need to evaluate their own opinions and abilities.
B) prefer subjective feedback to objective feedback.
C) are motivated to see themselves in the most positive light.
D) only accept feedback that helps maintain self-esteem.
E) prefer to compare themselves to others more talented or accomplished than they are.
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