Which of the following is using a behavioral self-handicapping strategy?
A) Eljin, who pulled an all-nighter before his exam today
B) Xuan, who reports that he isn't feeling well before the exam
C) Juan, who reports that he lost his class notes and had nothing to study last night
D) Lily, who reports that she had an allergic reaction to medication and was throwing up all night

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Behavioral self-handicapping involves creating obstacles to one's own performance, such as pulling an all-nighter, which can later be used as an excuse for potential failure.

Which of the Following Is Using a Behavioral Self-Handicapping Strategy