HMS, BM 2012 HSC 12 MC

During a grand final match, an athlete becomes negatively affected by the pressure and significance of the occasion.

Which of the following is the athlete experiencing?

High self-esteem
High concentration
Trait anxiety
State anxiety

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\(D\)

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D is correct: State anxiety is situational stress response to specific events.

Other Options:

A is incorrect: High self-esteem would help cope with pressure.
B is incorrect: High concentration would improve performance under pressure.
C is incorrect: Trait anxiety is general personality characteristic, not situational.