Seligman suggests that helplessness that is perceived as the result of _____ factors will greatly extend the time course of the helplessness.
A) objective
B) stable
C) personal
D) temporary

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Seligman's theory suggests that when helplessness is perceived as a stable and unchangeable factor, it greatly extends the feeling of helplessness. Objective factor refers to external circumstances, personal factors refer to individual characteristics, and temporary factors suggest that the situation is fleeting and may change soon.

Seligman Suggests That Helplessness That Is Perceived as the Result