Edward has a difficult coworker who is constantly in conflict with him over how to use the limited resources in office. Edward offers to take the coworker out to lunch, and over lunch, they discuss how they can manage their respective needs for the office resources with less conflict. In this scenario, Edward has used ____ coping.
A)avoidant
B)emotion-focused
C)problem-focused
D)precontemplative

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Edward has used problem-focused coping by directly addressing and seeking a solution to the conflict over limited resources with his coworker. This approach involves tackling the problem head-on rather than avoiding it or focusing solely on emotional relief.

Edward Has a Difficult Coworker Who Is Constantly in Conflict