Empirical Work on Pressure and Task Performance in Non-Professionals Reveals

question 59

Multiple Choice

Empirical work on pressure and task performance in non-professionals reveals which of the following trends?

• A) Choking under pressure is just an excuse used by incompetent people.
• B) Choking under pressure is a phenomenon unique to amateur performers.
• C) Non-professionals are less likely to choke under pressure than are professional athletes.
• D) Choking under pressure is a fairly common experience.

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