Sandra is a fairly quiet and conscientious person who enjoys foreign films. The people she chooses to associate with and interact with on a daily basis would most likely:
A) be much more outgoing than she is.
B) have similar interests and personalities.
C) ridicule her and make her feel uncomfortable.
D) have similar interests, but dissimilar personalities.
Answer: B
Rationale: In general, people chose to associate with others, and select social environments, which suit their personalities. At the same time, they actively avoid those that might lead to discomfort.
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