Which of the following is using a reported self-handicapping strategy?
A) Chen, who partied last night before his exam
B) Benji, who failed to study last night for today's exam, so he could sleep
C) Jermaine, who forgot his running shoes for the 5K race
D) Chrislyn, who complains of test anxiety as she waits for the exams to be passed out

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Chrislyn is using a reported self-handicapping strategy. She is making excuses for potential poor performance on the exam by complaining of test anxiety. By doing so, she is giving herself an external reason for potential failure rather than acknowledging her lack of preparation.

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