Question

question 50
1 pts
gena believes that she cannot be successful in her job if regardless of how much work she put into it. she thinks that it heavily depends on luck and outside factors. her belief most clearly illustrates
a) a type b personality.
b) an external locus of control.
c) emotion - focused coping.
d) an internal locus of control.
options: c, b, a, d

Explanation:

Gena attributes job success to luck and external factors instead of her own effort. This aligns with external locus of control, where individuals believe outcomes are controlled by outside forces. Type II personality relates to health behaviors, emotion-focused coping is about managing emotional distress, and internal locus of control emphasizes personal agency—none match her belief.

Answer:

B) an external locus of control.