After doing poorly on an exam, you ask yourself, "What can I do to improve my performance next time?" This is an example of a
A) primary appraisal.
B) secondary appraisal.
C) tertiary appraisal.
D) reappraisal.

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The question is asking about how the person is evaluating their options for the future in response to a past event (doing poorly on an exam). This falls under secondary appraisal, which is the evaluation of potential coping strategies in response to a stressor. Primary appraisal involves evaluating the significance of a stressor itself, while tertiary appraisal involves evaluating potential outcomes of a coping strategy that has already been implemented. Reappraisal refers to the process of re-evaluating the significance of a stressor after additional information or experiences.

After Doing Poorly on an Exam, You Ask Yourself, "What