Which one of the following exemplifies situational interest rather than personal interest?
A) Adam finds the Guinness Book of World Records on the shelf and is intrigued by the strange people it describes.
B) Blaine can't think of anything he'd rather do than play poker with his friends.
C) Chuck spends every Saturday and Sunday working on the 1951 Chevy in his garage.
D) Dave loves to snorkel and hopes to be a marine biologist when he finishes college.

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Situational interest refers to a temporary interest in a particular topic or activity based on the situation or context. In option A, Adam's interest in the Guinness Book of World Records is situational because it was sparked by seeing it on a shelf, rather than being a long-standing personal interest. The other options refer to personal interests that the individuals have pursued over a longer period of time.

Which One of the Following Exemplifies Situational Interest Rather Than