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Description: The overall purpose of this project is to examine individual differences in reference group processes, and how these differences influence personality test scores. We pursue four specific aims: First, we will assess what reference groups people report using when responding to personality test items. Second, we will investigate whether and how personality traits, age, and gender are associated with reference group choices. Third, we will test whether comparisons with different reference groups are associated with different personality profiles. Fourth, we will assess what reference group comparisons evoke personality profiles most similar to the personality profile where no reference group is specified (i.e., standard administration).