When one faces a situation with both attractive and unattractive characteristics, one is facing a(n) _____ conflict.

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Approach-avoidance conflict arises when a person is faced with a situation that has both positive and negative aspects, and the person is attracted to both aspects but they are also repelled by it. This conflict creates a sense of indecisiveness and often results in anxiety and stress. The person is unsure whether to approach the situation or avoid it. Hence, the option A) approach-avoidance is the best choice. The other three options are not appropriate as they describe different types of conflicts.

When One Faces a Situation with Both Attractive and Unattractive