Elizabeth's boss removes her from a project team working on an important presentation because of repeated tardiness. Elizabeth schedules a meeting to discuss with him why it was difficult for her to get to meetings on time. He agrees to schedule the meetings at times that coincide with her busy schedule. This is an example of

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Elizabeth's approach is an example of positive problem-focused coping because she actively sought a solution to the problem (her tardiness) by discussing it with her boss and finding a mutually agreeable solution (rescheduling meetings). This strategy directly addresses the issue at hand rather than focusing on managing emotions or avoiding the problem.

Elizabeth's Boss Removes Her from a Project Team Working on an Important