Having performed poorly on an exam, Barbara attempts to protect her feelings of self-worth by telling herself that it does not matter because the course really is not that important to her. Barbara is probably

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Barbara is rationalizing, which involves justifying or explaining away one's actions or feelings with logical reasons or excuses. In this case, she is using the excuse that the course is not important to her to protect her self-worth after performing poorly on the exam.

Having Performed Poorly on an Exam, Barbara Attempts to Protect