Question

Carlos is nervous about giving a class presentation because he doesn’t think he can communicate very well with everyone watching him. If Carlos attempts to deal with his anxiety by self-handicapping, he will most likely
a.rehearse his presentation in front of a mirror.
b.rehearse his presentation in front of a group of friends.
c.stay out all night partying the night before the presentation.
d.compare himself to others who are eloquent speakers.

Answer 1

Answer: Option(c) is correct

Explanation:

Self-handicapping is defined as concept in which a person tends to involved in the activities and behavior that will not let potential failure damage their self-respect.    

According to the question, Carlon will most likely party all night by staying out so that he can undermine his performance through reducing efforts.

Other options are incorrect because rehearsing presentation before mirror or friend and comparison with eloquent speakers are not the methods used by Carlos as per self-handicapping method. Thus, the correct option is option(c).