An Explanation of Why Students' Motivation and School Achievement Changes

question 50

Multiple Choice

An explanation of why students' motivation and school achievement changes as they transition into secondary school is that

• A) the subject matter becomes more difficult.
• B) teachers focus on grades (performance goals) rather than mastery of the material.
• C) they are intimidated by the older students.
• D) there is a decline in their use of self-handicapping strategies.

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