Jack Believes That He Will Fail at Most Academic Tasks

question 74

Multiple Choice

Jack believes that he will fail at most academic tasks. He tends to give up easily on tasks and considers himself "stupid". He repeatedly states, "School is just not my thing. What is the point of trying?" This is evidence for

• A)a mastery orientation.
• B)hopelessness.
• C)conduct disorder.
• D)a helplessness orientation.

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Definitions:

Net Present Value Rule

A financial principle stating that an investment should be made if its net present value is positive, considering the time value of money and all associated costs and revenues.

Market Value

The price in the market at which assets or services can currently be exchanged.

Investment's Cost

The total amount of money spent to acquire an investment, including all charges and fees associated with the purchase.

Average Accounting Return Rule

A capital budgeting criterion that measures the profitability of an investment as the average net income divided by the average book value.