According to Competence Motivation Theory, What Should Happen If an Athlete

According to competence motivation theory, what should happen if an athlete experiences negative results?

A) The athlete experiences negative feelings which leads to a decrease in competence motivation
B) The athlete will experience a sense of shame, leading to stronger work ethic and increased competence
C) The athlete will show persistence and increased efforts towards excellence
D) The athlete will display high competence motivation, resulting in positive affect