Which of the Following Statements Is the Best Supportive Alternative

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is the best supportive alternative to the accusation, "You just don't try hard enough."​

• A)​"You should try harder."
• B)​"You give up too easily."
• C)​"I'm worried you'll fail with two D's."
• D)​"You should study two hours every night."
• E)​"It's time we had a talk about trying."

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