Which one of the following students most clearly has a work-avoidance goal?
A) Last night Frederick stayed up so late watching television that he can hardly stay awake in class.
B) Loni is so active in student government that she often doesn't have time to get her homework done.
C) Chris asks for his teacher's help on a task he is perfectly capable of doing on his own.
D) Nancy wonders why she has to work harder than her friends to get the same grades they do.

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Chris's behavior of asking for help on tasks he can do on his own is a clear example of avoiding work, as it shows a preference for seeking assistance rather than engaging with the work directly.

Which One of the Following Students Most Clearly Has a Work-Avoidance