As Garrett Is Learning Cross-Country Skiing, He Repeats to Himself

question 41

Multiple Choice

As Garrett is learning cross-country skiing, he repeats to himself, "left arm, right foot, right arm, left foot." Regarding Garrett's verbalization, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A) Garrett is using verbal rules to back up his motor learning.
• B) Garrett is using this verbalization to clear his mind and to relax him as he performs this skill.
• C) Garrett's verbalizations will be most helpful in the early phases of skill learning.
• D) As Garrett's skill becomes more automated, his internal speech may actually get in the way of his performing the skill.