Jerry and his friends often put off projects until the last minute or fail to even make an effort so that their subsequent poor performance is due to these circumstances rather than a lack of ability. These efforts to avoid feelings of failure are known as:

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Self-handicapping strategies are behaviors or actions people take to avoid the possibility of failing. By not making an effort or procrastinating, individuals like Jerry can attribute their poor performance to these factors rather than their own lack of ability, thus protecting their self-esteem.

Jerry and His Friends Often Put Off Projects Until the Last