Recent Research on the Effect of Pressure on Task Performance

question 42

Multiple Choice

Recent research on the effect of pressure on task performance in "normal" subjects suggests that

• A)choking under pressure is fairly common.
• B)choking under pressure is just an excuse.
• C)choking under pressure is a phenomenon unique to amateur performers.
• D)normal people are less likely to choke under pressure than are professional athletes.

Identify the major domains of development (cognitive, social, physical, and emotional).

Comprehend the significance and contributions of foundational figures and studies in developmental psychology.

Appreciate the role of environment in shaping individual development.

Understand the structure and sequence of development across various stages of childhood.

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