Baxter, a health and fitness club manager, is experiencing moderate stress today that places him in the optimal performance zone. As a result, Baxter will probably ________.
A)experience a mild degree of burnout
B)switch quickly to Type A behavior
C)become agitated and forgetful
D)think more clearly today about work problems

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When experiencing moderate stress that places one in the optimal performance zone, an individual is more likely to think more clearly about work problems, be more productive, and perform better. Therefore, Baxter will likely think more clearly today about work problems. Choice A is incorrect because mild stress is not likely to lead to burnout. Choice B is incorrect because Type A behavior is not a typical response to moderate stress in the optimal performance zone. Choice C is incorrect because becoming agitated and forgetful is more likely to occur with high levels of stress, not moderate stress in the optimal performance zone.

Baxter, a Health and Fitness Club Manager, Is Experiencing Moderate