Martina Is Studying for Her Calculus Exam

question 179

Multiple Choice

Martina is studying for her calculus exam.  She needs to write a paper for another class, too, but while she is studying for her calculus class, her mind shuts off the paper so that she can focus on her math.  Martina is experiencing ____.

• A)learned helplessness
• B)the panic button effect
• C)the Zeigarnik effect
• D)goal shielding

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Definitions:

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Value

The importance, worth, or usefulness of something, often measured in monetary terms but also considered in subjective terms.

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An interest calculation method where interest is calculated once a year and added to the principal sum, compounding over time.

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