Athletes who are motivated to avoid failure believe they are powerless to change outcomes.Group of answer choicesFalseTrue

The statement suggests that athletes who are primarily motivated by a desire to avoid failure hold a belief in their powerlessness regarding their ability to influence outcomes. This reflects a particular psychological mindset often associated with anxiety and a fear of underperformance.

In motivational psychology, this belief can indeed be linked to a fixed mindset, where individuals perceive their abilities as static and unchangeable, leading them to feel that their efforts will not lead to improvements or favorable outcomes. Therefore, they may choose to avoid situations where they might fail, which can limit their potential and growth.

The answer to the statement is True.