While Preparing for His Speech, David Took Time Each Afternoon

question 4

Multiple Choice

While preparing for his speech, David took time each afternoon to imagine himself walking confidently to the front of the room, smiling at his audience, and then speaking calmly and confidently. Which technique is David using to build his confidence and reduce his anxiety?

• A) meditation
• B) systematic desensitization
• C) fear alleviation
• D) performance visualization

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