Paula has just arrived as a new student on campus and does not know anyone. All else being equal, is she most likely to become friends with Joni who lives next door, with Kristy who lives two doors down, with Beth who lives three doors down, or with Heidi who lives in the room directly above hers?

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According to the mere exposure effect, people develop a preference for things they are familiar with. In this case, since Paula has just arrived on campus and does not know anyone, she is most likely to become friends with the person who lives closest to her, in this case, Joni who lives next door. Therefore, A is the best choice.

Paula Has Just Arrived as a New Student on Campus