Which of the following situations exemplifies an approach-avoidance conflict?
A) You are considering a restaurant with great food and terrible service.
B) You are considering a restaurant with terrible food and terrible service.
C) You are considering two restaurants, both with great food and great service.
D) You are considering two restaurants, both with terrible food and terrible service.

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An approach-avoidance conflict arises when a situation has both positive and negative aspects, causing a person to both want and not want to approach it. In this case, the great food is a positive aspect and the terrible service is a negative aspect, creating a conflict for the person trying to decide whether or not to go to the restaurant.

Which of the Following Situations Exemplifies an Approach-Avoidance Conflict