Timothy, Who Is 4 Years Old, Is Taking a Soccer

question 96

Multiple Choice

Timothy, who is 4 years old, is taking a soccer class. His parents are highly critical of his soccer skills and regularly scold him for not making more goals. Research suggests which of the following?

• A) The scolding is a neutral stimulus.
• B) The scolding may result in Timothy's withdrawal from wanting to play soccer.
• C) The scolding helps Timothy understand how to improve his soccer skills.
• D) Timothy will only want to play soccer positions that do not require scoring a goal.

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