The fact that reductions in depression are seen when individuals exercised in a laboratory environment by themselves argues against which of the following potential explanations for such an effect?
A) Anthropological hypothesis
B) Social interaction hypothesis
C) Endorphin hypothesis
D) Mastery hypothesis

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The social interaction hypothesis suggests that the reduction in depression from exercise is due to the social interaction that often accompanies such activities. If individuals still experience reductions in depression when exercising alone in a laboratory environment, this argues against the social interaction hypothesis, as the effect is observed without any social interaction.

The Fact That Reductions in Depression Are Seen When Individuals