Question

Now in middle childhood, joshua understands that he is better at soccer than his friend, but worse at basketball. this illustrates that social comparison has enabled him to develop a more _____ self-concept.

Answer 1

He developed a strong self- concept. Self-concept is defined as an understanding of one’s self based on your experiences, thoughts about one’s self and how one label one's self in different circumstances. Joshua has a strong self-concept since he has a strong sense of purpose and he is committed to improve. He does his best for excellence, not for perfection.

Answer 2

Strong, because he has a clear understanding of what his capabilities are after making a comparison between himself and his friend, and has developed a strong self-concept that he is better at soccer, but worse at basketball, which he has not had a concept of before.