Regarding Self-Handicapping, Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 172

Multiple Choice

Regarding self-handicapping, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)If a person succeeds while self-handicapping, she or he will typically get a boost to their self-esteem.
• B)By self-handicapping, people can avoid any chance of discovering that they lack ability in that skill area.
• C)Women are more likely to self-handicap than men are.
• D)People are more prone to self-handicap if they believe people "either have ability or don't have it."

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Definitions:

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