Which one of the following students most clearly has a doing-just enough goal?
A) Dave wants to pass his chemistry class with a C. To do so he reads only the necessary chapters to get a C on the exam.
B) Mae wants to pass her chemistry class with an A. She does all of the assigned reading and any extra reading she can find so she can do very well on the exam.
C) Naomi does not like chemistry and does not study for her exam. However, she received an A on the exam.
D) Prudence really enjoys chemistry, but is a very anxious test taker. No matter how much she studies, she always gets C's on her exams.

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Dave's goal is simply to pass with a C, indicating that he is likely only putting in the minimum effort required to achieve his goal.

Which One of the Following Students Most Clearly Has a Doing-Just