Which of the following statements is supported by research on cultural differences in learned helplessness?
A) When their children fail, Chinese mothers offer praise and focus on the child's effort.
B) Compared with American parents, Asian parents believe that success in school depends much more on ability than effort.
C) Americans focus less on success than on happiness because happiness enhances self-esteem.
D) Asians attend more to failure than to success because failure indicates where corrective action is needed.

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Research indicates that in some Asian cultures, there is a greater focus on addressing and learning from failure, as it is seen as an opportunity for improvement and identifying areas where effort needs to be directed. This contrasts with some Western perspectives that might prioritize success or inherent ability.

Which of the Following Statements Is Supported by Research on Cultural