Kelly said, "I'm motivated by the thought of getting a better mark in my math class than anyone else." Kelly's statement best represents
A)a mastery-approach goal
B)a mastery-avoidance goal
C)a performance-approach goal
D)a performance-avoidance goal

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Kelly's statement reflects a performance-approach goal because it indicates a desire to outperform others, which is characteristic of this type of goal. Performance-approach goals are focused on demonstrating competence relative to others.

Kelly Said, "I'm Motivated by the Thought of Getting a Better