Which of the following statements is most closely describing someone with an external locus of control?

A. someone who attributes bad grades to lack of skill
B. someone who attributes bad grades to lack of preparation
C. someone who attributes bad grades to lack of personal effort
D. someone who attributes bad grades to lack of effort from teachers


Ans: D

Psychology

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