Question

mana is a student in high school. many of her friends have started to smoke cigarettes. however, she is wary of beginning the habit, too. she worries about how cigarettes might affect her. plus, she does not like the smell. which is a likely benefit for mana due to abstaining from cigarette smoking? she develops a positive self - image and a strong sense of self. she feels stronger because she is less likely to have accidents. she has a bright outlook from avoiding uncomfortable smells. she becomes a role model for her peers who look up to her

Explanation:

When a person makes a healthy choice like abstaining from smoking, it can boost their self - esteem and self - perception. Mana's decision to not smoke despite peer influence shows she is making a good choice for herself. This kind of positive decision - making often leads to a more positive self - image and a stronger sense of self as she is in control of her actions and values her well - being.

• Option B: There is no direct link between not smoking and being less likely to have accidents.
• Option C: While avoiding the smell is a minor factor (she already doesn't like the smell), it's not a major benefit compared to self - image.
• Option D: There is no indication in the text that her peers look up to her in that way. The focus is more on her personal feelings and concerns rather than being a role - model.

Answer:

A. She develops a positive self - image and a strong sense of self.