Which of the following situations would be most likely to elicit a threat appraisal?
A) being offered a better job in a new, exciting city
B) being trapped in a room without light and a fear of the dark
C) being in an auto accident and getting hurt
D) being able to rescue a stranded motorist and feeling proud

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Being trapped in a room without light and having a fear of the dark could elicit a threat appraisal, as the individual is in a potentially dangerous and unpredictable situation. The other options either have positive outcomes (A and D) or involve a physical injury (C), which may elicit an appraisal of harm or loss, but not necessarily a threat appraisal.

Which of the Following Situations Would Be Most Likely to Elicit