Athletes with a Pessimistic Explanatory Style Are More Likely Than

question 16

Multiple Choice

Athletes with a pessimistic explanatory style are more likely than other athletes to

• A) train hard for an upcoming contest.
• B) respond to a defeat with an increased effort.
• C) give up after a defeat.
• D) blame their failures on other people.

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Definitions:

Egocentrism

Putting oneself at the center of things such that one is unable to perceive the world from another person’s point of view.

Multi-Dimensional Thinking

The ability to perceive, analyze, and approach problems or concepts from multiple perspectives and dimensions simultaneously.

Preschool Years

A developmental period in early childhood, typically ranging from ages 3 to 5, before a child begins elementary school.

Environmental Enrichment

Conditions that enhance the living situation of animals or humans, improving their health, behaviors, and overall well-being.