Due to the major argument she had with her 17-year old son, Karen left for work feeling guilty and inadequate. However, when she arrived at work she received a very positive performance evaluation by her supervisor and then felt much better about herself. This experience best reflects:

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The positive evaluation Karen receives at work serves as a buffer to the negative emotions she experienced from the argument with her son. This is an example of the buffering effects of multiple roles, where positive experiences in one role can compensate for negative experiences in another role. Role strain refers to the tension and stress experienced within a single role, while interrole conflict refers to conflicts and competing demands between different roles. Scarcity refers to the limited availability of resources.

Due to the Major Argument She Had with Her 17-Year