As Garrett Is Learning Cross-Country Skiing, He Repeats to Himself

Multiple Choice

As Garrett is learning cross-country skiing, he repeats to himself, "left arm, right foot, right arm, left foot." Regarding Garrett's verbalization, which of the following statements is FALSE?

A) Garrett is using verbal rules to back up his motor learning.
B) Garrett is using this verbalization to clear his mind and to relax him as he performs this skill.
C) Garrett's verbalizations will be most helpful in the early phases of skill learning.
D) As Garrett's skill becomes more automated, his internal speech may actually get in the way of his performing the skill.