Even though Gary is a very controlling person,Jackie is in love with him and says yes when he asks her to marry him.As the engagement period continues,Jackie is starting to get worried that she may not be able to stand his strong desire to control her activities.Although she really wants to marry him,the closer the wedding day gets,the more she is concerned about his control.Jackie is experiencing which motivational conflict?

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Jackie is experiencing an approach-avoidance conflict. She is attracted to the idea of marrying Gary and being in love with him, but she is also trying to avoid his controlling behavior. The conflict arises because both options (marrying him and not marrying him) have both positive and negative aspects.

Even Though Gary Is a Very Controlling Person,Jackie Is in Love