Research on self-control has demonstrated that engaging in self-regulation _____
A) depletes our energy and provides us with limited ability to maintain self-control at a later time.
B) is like a muscle so that the more we practice self-control the easier it becomes to self-regulate.
C) increases our ability to accomplish future goals that require self-regulation.
D) allows us to conserve energy for use on more important tasks.
E) with regard to one task makes us more able to engage in self-control on an additional task.
Answer: B
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