MILT 525 EXAM 2 PRACTICE TEST 2026
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS GRADED A+
◉ According to research conducted by Gollwitzer, Heckhausen, and
Steller (1990), individuals show a "cognitive tuning" toward
information expressing the pros and cons of one goal versus rival
goals. This process represents a ________ mindset. Answer:
deliberative
◉ is the need to experience self-direction and personal endorsement
in the initiation and regulation of one's behavior, and it reflects the
desire to have one's choices and preferences rather than
environmental events determine one's actions. Answer: Autonomy
◉ According to the text, the need for ___________ involves establishing,
maintaining, and restoring relationships with others, mostly to
escape from and to avoid negative emotions such as disapproval and
loneliness. Answer: affiliation
◉ According to Csikszentmihalyi's flow theory, the worst profile of
experience occurs when: Answer: skill is low and challenge is low.
◉ People with a fixed mindset tend to adopt _______ goals; while
people with a growth mindset tend to adopt _______ goals. Answer:
performance; mastery
, ◉ The experience of cognitive dissonance is psychologically
aversive. To reduce dissonance, people often: Answer: add a new
consonant belief.
◉ Implementation intentions are effective in goal-setting pursuits
because they: Answer: buffer performers against falling prey to
volitional problems
◉ Which of the following is not a core aspect of relatedness support?
Answer: Positive feedback
◉ A person who communicates an interpersonal tone of, "I am your
ally; I am here to understand you and to support your strivings"
offers a(n) ______ motivating style. Answer: autonomy-supportive
◉ People with a ________ mindset exert more effort, feel more alert,
value the experience more, and cope and perform better when they
strive with vigilance (rather than with eagerness). Answer:
autonomy-supportive
◉ People with a ________ mindset exert more effort, feel more alert,
value the experience more, and cope and perform better when they
strive with vigilance (rather than with eagerness). Answer:
prevention
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS GRADED A+
◉ According to research conducted by Gollwitzer, Heckhausen, and
Steller (1990), individuals show a "cognitive tuning" toward
information expressing the pros and cons of one goal versus rival
goals. This process represents a ________ mindset. Answer:
deliberative
◉ is the need to experience self-direction and personal endorsement
in the initiation and regulation of one's behavior, and it reflects the
desire to have one's choices and preferences rather than
environmental events determine one's actions. Answer: Autonomy
◉ According to the text, the need for ___________ involves establishing,
maintaining, and restoring relationships with others, mostly to
escape from and to avoid negative emotions such as disapproval and
loneliness. Answer: affiliation
◉ According to Csikszentmihalyi's flow theory, the worst profile of
experience occurs when: Answer: skill is low and challenge is low.
◉ People with a fixed mindset tend to adopt _______ goals; while
people with a growth mindset tend to adopt _______ goals. Answer:
performance; mastery
, ◉ The experience of cognitive dissonance is psychologically
aversive. To reduce dissonance, people often: Answer: add a new
consonant belief.
◉ Implementation intentions are effective in goal-setting pursuits
because they: Answer: buffer performers against falling prey to
volitional problems
◉ Which of the following is not a core aspect of relatedness support?
Answer: Positive feedback
◉ A person who communicates an interpersonal tone of, "I am your
ally; I am here to understand you and to support your strivings"
offers a(n) ______ motivating style. Answer: autonomy-supportive
◉ People with a ________ mindset exert more effort, feel more alert,
value the experience more, and cope and perform better when they
strive with vigilance (rather than with eagerness). Answer:
autonomy-supportive
◉ People with a ________ mindset exert more effort, feel more alert,
value the experience more, and cope and perform better when they
strive with vigilance (rather than with eagerness). Answer:
prevention
