If a teacher tells a student that those who attend the study session typically score higher on the final exam
A) the student has a positive incentive to attend the study session because she may get a higher grade.
B) the student has a negative incentive to attend the study session because she will be punished if she does not go.
C) the student has no greater incentive to attend because there is no guarantee she will get a higher grade on the exam.
D) a "C" student will be making an irrational decision if she decides to skip the study session since she has plenty of time to go.

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The teacher's statement provides a positive incentive for attending the study session as it suggests that attendance correlates with higher grades. The student is motivated to increase her chances of doing well on the final exam, suggesting that attending the session would be in her best interest.

If a Teacher Tells a Student That Those Who Attend