In the context of stress, which of the following is true of predictability and control?
A) The illusion of being in control allows people to feel that they are not at the mercy of the fates.
B) The illusion of being in control fosters helplessness and hinders people's ability to cope with stress.
C) Predictability is of greater benefit to people who perceive the ability to attain reinforcements as being largely outside themselves.
D) Predictability is not of particular benefit to internals-that is, to people who wish to exercise control over their situations.
A
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