Which of the Following Best Characterizes Self-Evaluation Maintenance Theory

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best characterizes self-evaluation maintenance theory?

A) People are motivated to maintain a consistent self-concept, even if the concept is not always favorable
B) The success of a close other can either threaten or enhance a person's self-views, depending on the self-relevance of the domain of the success
C) Positive illusions about the self and one's abilities can function as a psychological "buffer" to mitigate the effects of self-threats
D) Motivation to have an accurate view of one's self leads people to assess their strengths as well as their weaknesses