You Are Taking a Test and Begin to Think Thoughts

question 488

Multiple Choice

You are taking a test and begin to think thoughts, such as "I'm going to fail, and everyone will think I'm stupid." You immediately combat these statements with calming, rational replies, such as "If I fail this test, it won't be the end of the world, and I'll try to improve on the next test." These rational replies are called __________ statements.

• A)sensate focus
• B)biofeedback
• C)coping
• D)denial

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Definitions:

Kcal Expenditure

The amount of calories burned by the body through various activities, including basic metabolic rate and physical activity.

Kilocalories

A unit of energy measurement in nutrition, equivalent to 1000 calories, commonly used to quantify the energy value of food.

Carbohydrates

Organic compounds consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen that are a major source of energy in the diet.

Essential Amino Acids

A group of amino acids that the human body cannot synthesize on its own and must be obtained through diet; crucial for various bodily functions.