Question

select the correct answer.
read the scenario below and choose the most appropriate answer to the question.
joanna studied hard for her final exams. but she still didnt earn a high enough score to be one of the five best students in her class. she has been feeling depressed about it. she has no motivation to study. she decides to see the guidance counselor at her school for advice. what should the counselor say to her?

• your goals were too high so obviously you were disappointed. aim lower the next time.
• dont compare your score with others scores. compete with yourself and try to improve on your earlier score.
• maybe you should drop the subjects you are having trouble with so you can keep up a good grade point average.

Explanation:

The scenario involves Joanna's feelings about not being among the top five and lack of motivation. The counselor should encourage self - improvement rather than negative approaches. The first option discourages aiming high, the third suggests dropping subjects which isn't constructive. The second option promotes self - competition and improvement, which is a healthy approach for dealing with academic disappointment and lack of motivation.

Answer:

B. Don't compare your score with others' scores. Compete with yourself and try to improve on your earlier score.