John has just failed a test. From the perspective of attribution theory, is John likely to work harder to pass his next test?
a. Definitely not; he will feel as if he is not capable of doing better and so won't try.
b. Absolutely yes; failing one test causes a negative emotional reaction that will motivate him to study.
c. Yes, provided that his low test score is accompanied by information about strengths and weaknesses about his performance.
d. Yes, provided that he believes his test performance is the result of something he didn't do but could do next time.
d
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