Sally Has Been Doing Well in Her Statistics Class So

question 15

Multiple Choice

Sally has been doing well in her statistics class so far this term.Despite her previous success on exams,Sally is still worried that she will not do well on her upcoming test so she studies extra hard.Which of the following best accounts for Sally's study pattern?

• A)defensive pessimism
• B)unrealistic optimism
• C)false uniqueness
• D)false consensus

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Definitions:

Perceived Inadequate

Feeling or being judged as insufficient or not meeting the required standards.

Systematic Procedures

Organized and methodical processes used to achieve a specific goal.

Relative Worth

The perceived value or importance of a job, role, or task in relation to others within the same organization, often influencing compensation and status.

Internal Equity

The practice of ensuring that compensation levels are fair and equitable within the same organization when compared to similar positions or roles.