Which One of the Following Students Clearly Has a Mastery

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following students clearly has a mastery goal rather than a performance goal?

• A) Alice is relieved to learn she passed her English composition course.
• B) Boris wants the recognition that being a star football player will bring him.
• C) Cal doesn't worry about making mistakes as long as he knows he's making progress.
• D) Dinah stays away from science courses because she's never done very well in science.

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Definitions:

Thoracic Curvature

The natural curve of the thoracic spine, which is convex in shape when viewed from the side.

Cervical Curvature

This refers to the slight inward curve of the cervical spine, also known as the neck region of the spine.

Intervertebral Disc

A fibrocartilaginous structure located between the vertebrae that acts as a shock absorber and facilitates movement in the spine.

Lumbar Vertebra

One of the larger vertebrae located in the lower back part of the spinal column, supporting much of the body's weight.