Researchers have observed that the experience of repeated uncontrollable aversive events contributes to
A) problem-focused coping.
B) learned helplessness.
C) a Type B personality.
D) an internal locus of control.

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The experience of repeated uncontrollable aversive events leads to a sense of learned helplessness, where an individual feels like they are unable to control their environment and their actions have no impact on the outcome. This can have negative effects on mental health and motivation. Choices A, C, and D are not directly related to the concept of learned helplessness.

Researchers Have Observed That the Experience of Repeated Uncontrollable Aversive