When the trick lock jams, an escape artist submerged in a tank of water and bound with 200 pounds of chain becomes quite frustrated because of
A)the importance and urgency of the blocked goal.
B)the severe approach-avoidance conflict he is experiencing.
C)the repetitive nature of this incident.
D)his realization that a mistake has been made.

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The escape artist is frustrated due to the importance and urgency of the blocked goal, which is to escape from the chains and tank of water. When the lock jams, it directly prevents the artist from achieving this critical goal, leading to frustration.

When the Trick Lock Jams, an Escape Artist Submerged in a Tank