Researchers have identified several reasons why students may avoid seeking help when they need it during a learning task. Three of the following are among the reasons they've identified. Which one is not such a reason?
A) Students worry that others may belittle their requests for help.
B) Students want to maintain their sense of autonomy and independence.
C) Students are worried that asking for help might make them look foolish or incompetent.
D) Students have mastery goals, but not performance goals, relative to the subject matter.

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The identified reasons for not seeking help all relate to social or emotional concerns, such as fear of judgment or loss of independence. Mastery and performance goals, while they may influence students' motivation to seek help, are not one of the identified reasons.

Researchers Have Identified Several Reasons Why Students May Avoid Seeking