Boris Has a High Need for Achievement and He Is

question 31

Multiple Choice

Boris has a high need for achievement and he is currently enrolled in a philosophy course that is required for his major.The professor who teaches the course gives extremely difficult exams,and has never been known to give a student a grade higher than a B.Under these conditions,it is likely that Boris

• A) will not exert his maximum effort in the course because the course has a low incentive value for him.
• B) will exert the maximum effort he can because he has a high need for achievement.
• C) will not exert his maximum effort in the course because he has a low expectation of success.
• D) will drop the course and switch to a different major.

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Definitions:

Planetary Dominance

The hypothetical or fictional concept of a single entity possessing control or influence over an entire planet or significant portions of it.

Ideological Absolutes

Rigidly held beliefs or principles that are considered unquestionably true by their adherents, often leading to inflexible thinking.

Persuasiveness

The ability to convince others to accept a particular view, argument, or course of action through effective communication.

Critical Thinkers

Individuals who actively engage in the process of skillful reasoning as a guide to belief or action.