Horatio Wants to Earn a Black Belt in Karate

question 186

Multiple Choice

Horatio wants to earn a black belt in karate. Which way(s) of thinking about this goal are most likely to help him reach it?

• A) "I should do the best I can."
• B) "I should be sure not to lose many matches."
• C) "I will set specific goals that are tough but attainable."
• D) "I will set specific goals that I know I can reach easily."
• E) "I will strive to achieve key milestones on the way to my goal."

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