Asked by Adriana Azizan on Jun 23, 2024

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A friend of yours notices that a very attractive student frequently sits in one area of the library.Hoping for a chance to get to know the student,your friend begins to study in the same area.Your friend is (probably unwittingly) applying the ______.

A) primacy effect
B) proximity effect
C) secondary effect
D) familiarity effect

Familiarity Effect

A psychological phenomenon where people develop a preference for things simply because they are familiar with them.

Attractive Student

A pupil who is considered pleasing or appealing to the senses, often influencing social interactions and perceptions.

Library

A collection of books, media, and other informational resources accessible to the public or a specific community for reading, study, and reference.

  • Gain insight into how nearness and familiarity contribute to forming friendships and developing relationships.
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Justin EnemuoJun 23, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The proximity effect refers to the idea that people are more likely to form relationships with those who are physically closer to them. In this scenario, the friend is intentionally studying in close proximity to the attractive student in the hopes of getting to know them better.