A lack of persistence at tasks that can be mastered; a tendency to expect failure.
A)generalizing
B)external locus of control
C)learned helplessness
D)outer directedness

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The given traits describe learned helplessness, which is a belief that one has no control over the situation and all efforts will lead to failure. This belief of uncontrollability often results in a lack of persistence at tasks and expecting failure. Therefore, C is the correct answer. A, B, and D do not fit the given description.

A Lack of Persistence at Tasks That Can Be Mastered;