An eighth grader named Marianne consistently refuses to do difficult classroom assignments because she's afraid of failing at them. Which one of the basic needs described in the textbook is Marianne most clearly trying to address?
A)Her need for relatedness
B)Her need for autonomy
C)Her need for arousal
D)Her need for competence

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Marianne's refusal to engage in difficult tasks due to fear of failure indicates she is trying to address her need for competence, as she wants to avoid situations where she might feel incompetent or unsuccessful.

An Eighth Grader Named Marianne Consistently Refuses to Do Difficult