Which of the Following Is NOT True Regarding Elliot and Church's

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true regarding Elliot and Church's (2003) study of self-handicapping?

• A) Self-handicapping was positively correlated with fear of failure.
• B) Self-handicapping was negatively correlated with need for achievement.
• C) Students who scored higher on self-handicapping tended to be more afraid of failing, but they had lower drive for accomplishment.
• D) Self-handicapping was associated with lower exam scores but higher GPAs.

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