Patients recovering from heart attacks, which had an external locus of control, when compared to patients with an internal locus of control:
A) were more likely to resume unhealthy habits.
B) were more likely to generate plans for recovery.
C) were more likely to recover quickly.
D) were more likely to begin exercise programs.

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Patients with an external locus of control tend to attribute their recovery to external factors such as luck or fate, rather than their own actions or efforts. This may lead them to believe that they have less control over their recovery and are less likely to make changes to their lifestyle habits. Therefore, they are more likely to resume unhealthy habits.

Patients Recovering from Heart Attacks, Which Had an External Locus