Richard just received his psychology test back, and he made an 85 on it. He takes comfort when he finds out that a friend, who had studied long hours for this test, only made a 65. This example illustrates
A)discounting.
B)upward comparison.
C)downward comparison.
D)unilateral compensation.

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Richard is engaging in downward comparison by comparing himself to someone who performed worse, which makes him feel better about his own score.

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