Regarding perfectionism and success, which of the following statements is FALSE?

a. Being extremely perfectionistic tends to increase one's overall success at school and elsewhere.
b. To learn from your experiences, you must feel free to make mistakes.
c. Success is more often based on seeking "excellence" rather than "perfection."
d. Navajo weavers intentionally make a "mistake" in each of their rugs as a reminder that humans are not
perfect.


ANSWER: a

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