While completing a personality test, Craig comes to an item that asks him if he sees himself as shy and introverted.Craig reflects on some of his recent behavior.He reasons that since he generally does not talk much in class discussions and tends to avoid large parties, he must be shy and introverted.Which of the following strategies for self-knowledge is Craig using?

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Craig is using self-perception to gain knowledge about his personality. He is basing his conclusions on his observation of his own behavior in certain situations. Self-presentation, self-esteem, and self-enhancement involve different aspects of self-perception that are not present in this scenario.

While Completing a Personality Test, Craig Comes to an Item