Kyle Was So Overly Confident About His Mathematical Skills That

question 38

Multiple Choice

Kyle was so overly confident about his mathematical skills that he failed to study thoroughly enough for his final math test to get a passing course grade.Kyle's experience best illustrates the dangers of

• A) low self-efficacy.
• B) unconditional positive regard.
• C) the spotlight effect.
• D) unrealistic optimism.

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