Three of the following teaching strategies are likely to promote performance goals. Which one is likely to promote a mastery goal?
A) Encouraging students to strive for perfect scores on their math quizzes
B) Reminding students that colleges look for applicants who have high GPAs
C) Awarding first, second, and third prizes for the three best science fair exhibits
D) Helping students see that they're making progress in their persuasive writing

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Helping students see that they're making progress in their persuasive writing is more likely to promote a mastery goal because it focuses on improvement and personal growth rather than just achieving a high score or reward.

Three of the Following Teaching Strategies Are Likely to Promote