Marina and Deven Both Received a "C" on Their Last

question 167

Multiple Choice

Marina and Deven both received a "C" on their last English papers. When she handed her paper in, Marina didn't think she had done very well. However, Deven was convinced that she had written an "A" paper. What should you expect, based on the research into the emotional impact of unexpected outcomes?

• A)Both students will be equally disappointed by the grades they received.
• B)Marina will be more disappointed by the grade that she received.
• C)Deven will be more disappointed by the grade that she received.
• D)Neither student will be disappointed by the grades they received, because a "C" is still a passing grade.

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