"I don't put my best effort forward.If I do and fail,I'll find out that I'm not smart enough to succeed." Sounds like this student engages in:
A) image defense
B) overjustification effect
C) attribution bias
D) self-handicapping

Question

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This statement reflects self-handicapping, a self-sabotaging behavior where individuals make excuses before they even begin a task as a way of protecting their self-esteem. The individual in this scenario is avoiding putting forth their best effort to avoid the possibility of failure, which would potentially damage their self-image.

"I Don't Put My Best Effort Forward