After Doing Poorly on Several Math Tests, Camille Thinks She

question 84

Multiple Choice

After doing poorly on several math tests, Camille thinks she is not smart enough to pass math. Camille's belief illustrates a _____, which may contribute to _____.

• A) self-serving bias; learned helplessness
• B) self-serving bias; conditioned positive regard
• C) pessimistic explanatory style; learned helplessness
• D) pessimistic explanatory style; conditioned positive regard

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Definitions:

Collection Policy

Guidelines and procedures set by a company to manage and collect accounts receivable, or the money owed by customers.

Working Capital

The difference between a company's current assets and current liabilities, indicating the liquidity available to run its operations.

Compensating Balances

A minimum account balance that a company agrees to maintain in a bank account to offset the cost of banking services provided.

Transactions Balance

The amount of money held to conduct transactions in the short term, usually reflecting the liquidity needs of an individual or a company.