The Strategy of Anticipating Failure and Then Compensating for This

question 41

Multiple Choice

The strategy of anticipating failure and then compensating for this expectation by _____________ negative outcomes is known as defensive pessimism.

• A)visualizing
• B)ignoring
• C)blocking any thought of
• D)mentally overpreparing for

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Connectionist Approach

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Central Processor

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