Pierre Is an Expert Marksman While Juri Is a Novice

question 88

Multiple Choice

Pierre is an expert marksman while Juri is a novice marksman. How will having to perform in front of hundreds of spectators affect their shooting accuracy?

• A) Pierre's performance will be enhanced while Juri's performance will suffer.
• B) Juri's performance will be enhanced because he has nothing to lose.
• C) The performance of both men will probably suffer.
• D) The performance of both men will likely be unaffected by the spectators.

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