The experience of repeated uncontrollable bad events contributes to
A)an internal locus of control.
B)an interdependent self.
C)learned helplessness.
D)self-efficacy.

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When individuals experience repeated uncontrollable bad events, they may develop a sense of helplessness, which is known as learned helplessness. This can lead to a belief that their actions have no effect on the outcome of events, and thus a lack of motivation to try to control their situations. This is not related to internal locus of control, interdependent self, or self-efficacy.

The Experience of Repeated Uncontrollable Bad Events Contributes to