Answer:
B. learning his multiplication tables
Explanation:
Need for achievement refers to the wants and desires of a person to accomplish and master any goal or skill. Some people do not want to take a risk or do any work which would involve difficulty in doing so. They do not want to take any risk whose failure would bring embarrassment to them. In the above case, Stan is a low need achiever. Therefore, learning his multiplication tables would be an escape from the risk of failing in any other activity.