Frank believes his good grade on the psychology exam was due to pure luck. Frank is demonstrating what Julian Rotter called an external locus of control.

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Julian Rotter's concept of internal and external locus of control refers to the degree to which individuals believe they have control over the outcomes of their lives. Frank believing that his good grade was due to luck demonstrates an external locus of control, meaning he attributes external circumstances for the outcomes in his life rather than his own actions and efforts.

Frank Believes His Good Grade on the Psychology Exam Was