A Student Is Starting a Math Exam

question 16

Multiple Choice

A student is starting a math exam. After reading the first question, he convinces himself that he will fail even though he studied for the test. What should this student do?

• A)Pretend he is ill and leave as soon as possible.
• B)Take a deep breath and tell himself, "I can do this. I am prepared."
• C)Stop trying because it will only make matters worse.
• D)None of these

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