Weisz and colleagues suggested that people with an internal locus of control could choose to fit into, accommodate, or accept a situation in order to feel less distressed. In other words they could exercise __________________.

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Weisz and colleagues describe secondary control as the ability to adjust oneself to fit a situation in order to reduce distress. This fits with the idea that individuals with an internal locus of control can exercise secondary control to feel better about a situation. Therefore, the best choice is C, secondary control. Choices A, B, and D are not accurate descriptions of this idea.

Weisz and Colleagues Suggested That People with an Internal Locus