Three of the Following Statements Accurately Describe How a Child

question 8

Multiple Choice

Three of the following statements accurately describe how a child can acquire learned helplessness in a particular domain. Which statement is not a likely explanation of learned helplessness?

• A) A child has consistently focused on mastery goals, without regard for important performance goals.
• B) A child has consistently encountered failure despite hard work and persistence.
• C) A parent has consistently encouraged a child to give up when success doesn't come quickly and easily.
• D) A child sees most or all peers consistently encountering failure in the domain.

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Definitions:

Legal Sanctions

Penalties or coercive actions that can be imposed by a legal authority in response to noncompliance with laws or regulations.

Morals

Principles or habits with respect to right or wrong conduct, guiding an individual's behavior in society.

Beyond a Reasonable Doubt

The highest standard of proof required in criminal trials to ensure the defendant's guilt is proven to such a certainty that there is no plausible reason to believe otherwise.

Preponderance of Evidence

The standard of proof in most civil cases, requiring more convincing evidence than the opposing side to win the case.