Maria has made a performance goal decision concerning her ability to play tennis. What is the most likely impact of this decision?
a. She will try to prove that she can play tennis.
b. She will feel little anxiety if she fails at tennis.
c. She will not care how others play, but rather focus only on increasing her ability.
d. She will avoid playing tennis.
a
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