Which of the Following Is an Example of Defensive Pessimism

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of defensive pessimism?

• A)Bud thinks he might have failed his psychology test, but doesn't really care.
• B)Katherine thinks her boyfriend is going to break up with her, so she has already taken down all his pictures.
• C)Michele doesn't think she is going to win the lottery this week.
• D)Nolin can't figure out how to replace a switch in his car, so he just gives up.

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