The Passive Resignation That Accompanies an Inability to Avoid Repeated

question 165

Multiple Choice

The passive resignation that accompanies an inability to avoid repeated aversive events is called

• A) an internal locus of control.
• B) emotion-focused coping.
• C) pessimism.
• D) learned helplessness.

Understand probability distributions and their applications.

Understand the distinction between active and passive listening.

Identify and explain the components of effective communication channels.

Recognize the role and implications of nonverbal communication in listening.

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Definitions:

Convergence

The act of moving toward union or uniformity, especially in a scientific, social, or psychological context.

Nearby Object

An item or thing that is physically close to a point of reference or location.

Gestalt Principle

A theory in psychology that proposes the human brain sees objects as whole forms rather than as a collection of parts.

Proximity

The state of being close to something or someone in distance or relationship.