Shanda Is Afraid of Failing One of Her Final Exams

question 79

Multiple Choice

Shanda is afraid of failing one of her final exams, primarily because she thinks the professor gives hard exams and so, no matter how much studying she does, it won't matter. Cognitive theorists would suggest that Shanda ____________.

• A) has an external locus of control
• B) has an internal locus of control
• C) has an introverted personality
• D) has an extraverted personality

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Definitions:

Adolescence

The transitional stage of human development between childhood and adulthood, characterized by physical, psychological, and social changes.

Common Formative Experiences

Shared experiences that contribute significantly to the socio-emotional development and shaping of young people's identities.

Generation

A group of individuals born and living about the same time, sharing similar cultural experiences and societal milestones.

Conflict Theorist

A social theorist who focuses on the inherent conflicts of interest between different social groups and uses this lens to analyze societal dynamics and changes.