Which One of the Following Statements Indicates That the Speaker

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements indicates that the speaker is focused on a performance-avoidance goal?

• A) "This is my chance to show all my classmates how smart I am."
• B) "Boy, I hope I don't get this problem wrong. If I do, I'll look like an idiot."
• C) "I'd really like to become a better math student. I hope the teacher gives me feedback about how I can improve my skills."
• D) "I need to do well in my science classes so I can get into a good engineering school."

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Definitions:

DSM-5

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, a comprehensive classification of mental disorders used by professionals in psychiatry and psychology.

Diagnosing

The process of identifying a disease or condition from its symptoms and signs through examination and testing.

Mental Disorders

A wide range of conditions that affect mood, thinking, and behavior, often requiring clinical diagnosis and treatment.

Psychoanalysis

A psychological theory and therapeutic method developed by Sigmund Freud that explores unconscious motivations and conflicts as they manifest in behaviors and mental disorders.