Joe is undergoing a psychological examination and is attempting to present himself in a favorable light.It is most likely that Joe's __________ scale on the MMPI-2 will be elevated.

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The L (Lie) and K (Defensiveness) scales are both used to detect and measure an individual's tendency to make themselves look better than they actually are on the MMPI-2. Therefore, if Joe is attempting to present himself in a favorable light during his psychological examination, it is likely that his L or K scale would be elevated.

Joe Is Undergoing a Psychological Examination and Is Attempting to Present