Question

A student who fails an exam decides to study harder for the next one, saying, "I wasn't fully prepared, but I will do better next time." This reflects which defense mechanism?

• A. Suppression
• B. Rationalization
• C. Compensation
• D. Repression

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Compensation

• Compensation involves counterbalancing weaknesses or failures by improving in other areas or through determined effort.