Elizabeth Has Every Good Intention of Sticking to Her New

question 433

Multiple Choice

Elizabeth has every good intention of sticking to her New Year's diet resolution. However, Elizabeth does not believe that her weight is under her control, and she has a very negative attitude about eating less food every day. Which of the following statements best explains what will happen to Elizabeth?

• A)Her behaviour (eating less) will fail to support this attitude and she will not lose weight.
• B)Her behaviour (eating less) is not influenced by her attitude and she will lose weight.
• C)Her attitude will fail to support this behaviour (eating less) and she will not lose weight.
• D)Her attitude will support this behaviour (eating less) and she will lose weight.

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