Julio believes that no matter how hard he works,the "system" is so biased against his ethnic group that he will be unable to achieve economic success.Julio's thinking most clearly demonstrates
A) problem-focused coping.
B) emotion-focused coping.
C) an external locus of control.
D) learned helplessness.

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Julio's belief that he cannot achieve economic success despite his hard work is a classic example of an external locus of control, meaning that he believes that factors outside of his own control (in this case, the biased system) determine his outcomes. This belief can lead to a sense of helplessness and hinder motivation to work towards goals.

Julio Believes That No Matter How Hard He Works,the "System