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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