Webb's teacher has told him that there is really no way for him to earn a passing grade in his statistics class, even if he earns 100% on all the work that remains. However, Webb has convinced himself that he will still pass the course if he just works really hard for the rest of the semester. In this instance, Webb may be dealing with the anxiety aroused by the teacher's comments through the use

of:

a. reaction formation
b. projection
c. sublimation
d. denial


D

Psychology

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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