Which of the Following Is NOT a Way That Athletes

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a way that athletes can mentally improve their performances?

• A) avoidance of negative and self-critical thoughts
• B) the use of self-regulation strategies to evaluate their performance and make adjustments
• C) mentally rehearsing non-athletic tasks before a performance to reduce anxiety
• D) the use of cognitive-behavioral strategies to guide their efforts in a supportive, positive way

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Definitions:

Sacrifice Ratio

A measure of the economic cost of reducing inflation, quantified by the percentage loss in output or production for a one percent decrease in inflation.

Inflation Reduction

Efforts or policies aimed at slowing the rate of inflation in order to stabilize the economy and maintain the purchasing power of currency.

Natural Rate

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Phillips Curves

The economic theory suggesting an inverse relationship between inflation and unemployment rates over the short-term.