The ________ theory suggests that we often learn about ourselves by comparing our performance with that of other people.

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The social comparison theory suggests that we evaluate our abilities and opinions by comparing ourselves to others, whether they be individuals or groups. This can include comparing ourselves to others who are similar or those who we aspire to be like. By doing so, we can gain a better sense of our own strengths and weaknesses, as well as our place in the world around us. The other options listed (dissonance, attribution, conformity) are related to social psychology but do not specifically pertain to the process of comparing oneself to others.

The ________ Theory Suggests That We Often Learn About Ourselves