Fabiana Is Beginning to Realize That So-Called Surprise Quizzes in Her

Multiple Choice

Fabiana is beginning to realize that so-called surprise quizzes in her math class really aren't too much of a surprise at all because they tend to occur every week. Accordingly, she accepts that fact and regularly reviews the course material. This example best illustrates that ________.

A) there can be a mismatch between perceived control and the preferred level of control
B) coping is a whimsical process
C) perceiving a lack of control typically produces stress
D) events beyond our control can still be predictable