Question

Which of the following about the extended self is false? Group of answer choices Possessions that are part of the extended self symbolically extend who they are. Consumable and durable goods are often part of the extended self. All items that are part of the extended self are also considered "loved objects." The loss of important belongings, such as one’s dog running away, can diminish one’s extended self. Possessions that are part of the extended self can give the person a sense of power or prestige.

Answer 1

The correct answer is All items that are part of the extended self are also considered "loved objects."

The extended self expands through consumption, making individuals have a perception of greater power, according to Rucker and Galinsky. Often consumer objects are hedonic or positional goods, such as wines, specialty beers, gastronomic or travel experiences.

On the other hand, individuals who had improved their socioeconomic status, and for some reason - such as job loss, economic recession or separation - lose income, are faced with choices to be made when it comes to purchased goods or services. Through this research, we sought, therefore, to investigate the upward movements and effects of the economic recession, of these consumers of the “new middle class”, related to their sense of power and extended self.