Studies of achievement have shown that those with a higher external locus of control
A) perform better on academic tests than internals in elementary school.
B) get better grades than internals in college.
C) receive lower scores on achievement tests in high school.
D) all of these are correct.

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Individuals with a higher external locus of control tend to believe that their successes or failures result from external factors beyond their control, which can negatively impact their motivation and performance, leading to lower scores on achievement tests in high school.

Studies of Achievement Have Shown That Those with a Higher