You Are a First-Year Student at a Major University

question 33

Multiple Choice

You are a first-year student at a major university.Which of the following describes a social context that could have a positive impact on your academic success?

• A)After university,you plan on being a teacher.For this reason,you take your education very seriously.
• B)You went to a high school that did not offer many Advanced Placement courses.
• C)Your parents were able to hire summer tutors for you when you were in high school.
• D)You are a perfectionist in all things.You always study very hard and have no intention of graduating with less than a perfect 4.0.

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Definitions:

Contemplation Stage

A phase in the Transtheoretical Model of behavior change where individuals are thinking about changing a behavior but have not yet taken action.

Seriously Quitting

The sincere intent and subsequent action to permanently stop engaging in a harmful behavior, such as smoking or drinking alcohol.

Behavioral Theory

A framework that explains how behaviors are learned and maintained through interactions with the environment, including reinforcements and punishments.

Health Belief

An individual's perception and attitude towards health and illness, influencing their health behaviors and decisions.