Sixth-grader Thad,a low-achieving student,compares his school grades with those of less-able students in his class,while Jason,a high-achiever,compares his grades with those of his academic peers.Thad has higher academic self-esteem than Jason.Thad's strategy in this regard is known as __________.

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Thad's strategy is known as downward social comparison, where he compares himself to those who are less able to boost his self-esteem.

Sixth-Grader Thad,a Low-Achieving Student,compares His School Grades with Those of Less-Able