An underachiever is likely to:
A) have a poor self-concept
B) lack the ability to succeed
C) inflate their self-concept
D) be female

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Underachievers often have a poor self-concept, which leads to a lack of motivation, low confidence, and a feeling of not being good enough. This can cause them to set low goals and not put in the effort to achieve their potential. Lack of ability is not the only factor contributing to underachievement, as many intelligent individuals may underachieve due to a poor self-concept. Gender is also not a defining factor in underachievement. While some underachievers may inflate their self-concept to compensate for their shortcomings, this is not a common characteristic among underachievers.

An Underachiever Is Likely To