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sheilaspns

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When a person reduces anxiety and actually improves performance in a risky situation by anticipating a poorer outcome, this is called __________.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

Self-schemas can twist perception of incoming information to fit with our self-concept, but cannot alter past memories to fit with our self-concept.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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shoemake

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Answer to Question 1

defensive pessimism

Answer to Question 2

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sheilaspns

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Reply 2 on: Jun 21, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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