HMS, BM EQ-Bank 705 MC

During a football grand final, a player experiences frustration when the opposition scores. The player struggles to maintain focus and begins making poor decisions.

This scenario demonstrates:

The importance of positive self-talk
Ego depletion
Goal-directed behavior
Self-efficacy

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\(B\)

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B is correct: Mental resources exhausted after repeated self-regulation efforts.

Other Options:

A is incorrect: The scenario doesn’t specifically mention this technique.
C is incorrect: Shows breakdown rather than demonstrating goal-directed behaviour.
D is incorrect: Self-efficacy refers to belief, not inability to regulate.