Problem:
Four students receive a low grade on the first exam in a difficult university course... Alex believes the professor grades unpredictably and that exam scores mostly depend on luck. Jordan believes he did poorly because they did not study effectively and decides to change their study strategy. Sam believes grades depend mainly on whether the professor happens to like certain students. Riley believes success depends partly on studying but also partly on factors outside their control. Which statement below is the LEAST accurate interpretation based on Rotter's theory of locus of control and generalized expectancies? Need Assignment Help? Group of answer choices A. Alex likely has a more external locus of control because they attribute outcomes primarily to luck and unpredictable external forces. B. Jordan likely has a more internal locus of control because they believe their behaviour can influence reinforcement. C. Sam likely has a more external locus of control because they attribute outcomes to factors outside personal control (e.g., the professor's preferences). D. Riley's explanation suggests that locus of control exists on a continuum, where people may recognize both internal and external influences on outcomes. E. Alex's belief demonstrates a specific expectancy about this particular exam situation, meaning it cannot reflect their generalized locus of control.