Couldn't some of these students who just want to pass be in a "fear of failure" mode. That is, they would rather go for a "C" which they know they can earn, rather than try for an "A" and feel that they failed if they get a lower grade? 
Professor, Psychology,
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI 49307
email: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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