Which of the following best captures the idea of an illusion of competence?

A. Children want to be smart but no one will help them. 
B. Children are smart but feel worthless.
C. Children have such low ability they can't distinguish correct and incorrect responses.
D. Children want to be rewarded for trying hard even if they don't do well.


Answer: D

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