After failing his chemistry exam,Charles believes he does not have the intelligence to succeed in school and ultimately in life.Charles' low opinion of himself is representative of his low
A) self-esteem.
B) self-efficacy.
C) defensive self-esteem.
D) self-disclosure.

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Charles' belief that he does not have the intelligence to succeed in school and life is a reflection of his low self-esteem, or his overall evaluation of his self-worth. Self-efficacy (B) refers to one's belief in their ability to succeed in a specific task or situation, so while Charles may have low self-efficacy in regards to chemistry exams, his overall belief in his ability to succeed in life is more reflective of self-esteem. Defensive self-esteem (C) pertains to an inflated sense of self-worth that relies on external validation and is often defensive in nature. Self-disclosure (D) is the act of sharing personal information about oneself with others and is not reflective of Charles' situation.

After Failing His Chemistry Exam,Charles Believes He Does Not Have