In describing the operation of symbolic interaction, Mead argued that there are two important "others" to whom we look to better understand ourselves. Our sense of how others see us is our ___________.
A) looking glass self
B) idealized other
C) significant other
D) generalized other
E) wished-for self

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The generalized other is the collective expectations and norms of society that we internalize and use to guide our behavior.

In Describing the Operation of Symbolic Interaction, Mead Argued That