Question 1

Gina has made it to the final round in a game show.She must now choose between a fantastic all-expenses-paid trip to Greece or a new SUV.Gina wants both of them very badly! What type of conflict is Gina facing as she tries to decide between the two available alternatives

Accepted Answer

Gina is experiencing an approach-approach conflict because she is torn between two desirable options, both of which she finds appealing and wants to choose.

Question 2

Melissa has an old car that needs repairs.She is trying to decide whether she should use the money she was saving for a vacation to fix the car.If she fixes the car,she can't go on vacation.If she goes on vacation,she won't have reliable transportation.What type of conflict is Melissa facing as she tries to make her decision

Accepted Answer

Melissa is facing an approach-avoidance conflict because she is torn between approaching the repair of her car, which will provide reliable transportation, and avoiding the repair in favor of going on vacation. Both options have advantages and disadvantages, so the decision is difficult for her.

Question 3

Theresa loves to eat cake but at the same time fears becoming overweight.What is she experiencing

Accepted Answer

Theresa is experiencing an approach-avoidance conflict. On one hand, she enjoys eating cake, which is an approach behavior. On the other hand, she fears becoming overweight, which is an avoidance behavior. This creates a conflict between the two opposing motivations, where she wants to approach the cake but also wants to avoid the consequences of doing so.

Question 4

Which reaction do approach-avoidance conflicts often produce in people trying to make those sorts of decisions

Accepted Answer

Approach-avoidance conflicts often produce vacillation, which is indecisiveness or wavering between different options. People may feel torn between wanting to approach a desirable outcome and wanting to avoid the negative consequences associated with that outcome. This internal conflict can make decision-making difficult and may lead to a delay in taking action.

Question 5

Which type of conflict tends to result in behavioural vacillation

Accepted Answer

Approach-avoidance conflicts involve a desire for a goal or outcome, but also a fear or negative consequence associated with that goal. This can lead to vacillation between approaching and avoiding the goal, as the person tries to balance their desire with their fear.

Question 6

In general,what is the least stressful conflict

Accepted Answer

Approach-approach conflict is where a person has to choose between two desirable options. This is considered the least stressful because the individual is not faced with an undesirable option. The other options (avoidance-avoidance, double approach-avoidance, and approach-avoidance) all involve choosing between at least one undesirable option, therefore causing more stress.

Question 7

In Holmes and Rahe's study of stress and vulnerability to illness,which type of event was a major stress for most people

Accepted Answer

Holmes and Rahe's study identified major life events that could cause stress and increase vulnerability to illness. They found that most people experienced a significant amount of stress from changes in their lives that required readjustment, such as marriage or divorce, moving, or a change in job or school. Therefore, the best choice is A) change in one's life that require readjustment.

Question 8

Leonard has a job with a small company where he gets along well with everyone,and he has 15 years of seniority.Recently,a competitor called to offer him a job that would pay more money,but where he would be starting over,with no seniority.What type of conflict is Leonard facing

Accepted Answer

Leonard is facing an approach-avoidance conflict. On one hand, he is attracted towards the idea of making more money, but on the other hand, he would have to forfeit his seniority and starting over in a new company. This creates internal conflict as both options have their pros and cons.

Question 9

Two blockbuster movies are opening on the same weekend,and Andrea is having trouble deciding which movie to see first.What type of conflict is Andrea experiencing

Accepted Answer

Andrea is experiencing approach-approach conflict, as she has to choose between two equally attractive options (blockbuster movies). This is the most appropriate type of conflict in this scenario.

Question 10

What type of conflict are you experiencing when you find yourself "caught between a rock and a hard place"

Accepted Answer

Avoidance-avoidance conflict occurs when an individual must choose between two undesirable outcomes, which is akin to being "caught between a rock and a hard place."

Question 11

The football team made a big comeback in the second half of the game.All that their kicker needed to do was kick a field goal,and they would win the game by two points.Unfortunately,the kicker missed,and they lost the game.What did the coach most likely experience,as he watched the kick go wide

Accepted Answer

The coach most likely experienced frustration as his team made a big comeback in the second half of the game and they were so close to winning by just a field goal. The miss from the kicker would have been disappointing for the coach, causing him to feel frustrated.

Question 12

Myles has a back injury that causes him a lot of pain.He could have surgery,which he dreads,or he could choose to live with the pain.What sort of conflict is Myles experiencing

Accepted Answer

Myles is experiencing an avoidance-avoidance conflict because he is faced with two negative options: undergoing surgery, which he dreads, or living with the pain, which is also undesirable.

Question 13

Pete is the lead prosecution attorney in a murder case.So far the case has not been going well for him,and the defence attorneys have presented effective rebuttals for most of the points he has raised.The judge adjourned the case for the weekend,and Pete will have to present his closing arguments first thing Monday morning.While he is trying to write his closing statement,he daydreams about a surprise eyewitness to the crime suddenly stepping forward and clinching the case for him.Which processes are illustrated by this example

Accepted Answer

The best choice is B because Pete is daydreaming about a hypothetical scenario to cope with the frustration he is feeling because of the case not going well for him. This is an example of fantasy, which is a defense mechanism used to escape from reality and reduce anxiety. The other options do not accurately describe what is happening in this scenario.

Question 14

What was the Social Readjustment Rating Scale designed specifically to measure

Accepted Answer

The Social Readjustment Rating Scale was designed specifically to measure the amount of change or stress that an individual experiences due to life events. It assigns a numerical value to different life events, such as marriage, divorce, or a job change, to assess the overall level of stress someone is experiencing. It does not measure aggression, conflict, or control.

Question 15

Janet's husband just lost his high-paying job,and they are about to lose their house and savings.Janet refuses to acknowledge this obvious reality so she acts as if everything is just fine.Which processes are illustrated by this example

Accepted Answer

Janet is engaging in denial, which is the refusal to acknowledge or accept an unpleasant reality. She is avoiding the problem by acting as if everything is fine, which is a common defense mechanism when dealing with overwhelming emotions or situations.

Question 16

The cruel jailer walks in and offers you the choice of being whipped or clubbed as your form of punishment for the day.What are you experiencing,assuming that neither alternative appeals to you

Accepted Answer

You are experiencing an avoidance-avoidance conflict because you are forced to choose between two negative or undesirable outcomes, neither of which you want to experience.

Question 17

After years of planning,Miranda finally started her own business.The day that her store was to open,a huge storm knocked out all the power in town.What is Miranda likely experiencing as she waits for the power to come back

Accepted Answer

Miranda is likely experiencing frustration as all her hard work for years to finally start her own business is being hindered by an external factor that she has no control over. The power outage has caused a delay in her plans and this can lead to feelings of disappointment, annoyance, and impatience, which are all manifestations of frustration.

Question 18

Jim is on the brink of flunking out of school.Instead of increasing his studying,he spends his time daydreaming about how he'll win the lottery so he won't need a degree.Which processes are illustrated by this example

Accepted Answer

Jim is experiencing frustration and is engaging in fantasy. He is not facing the reality of his situation, and instead of working hard to improve his grades, he is daydreaming about winning the lottery.

Question 19

What would NOT qualify as a frustrating event

Accepted Answer

Having trouble deciding between two items on a menu may be a mild annoyance or minor inconvenience, but it is not typically considered a frustrating event.

Question 20

Megan is voting in a city referendum.If the referendum passes there will be better services available for all the city residents,but it will also mean that residents will pay increased property taxes.What type of conflict is Megan facing

Accepted Answer

Megan is facing a situation where the outcome has both positive and negative aspects. Approaching the referendum would mean better services for all residents, but avoiding it would mean not having to pay increased property taxes. This is an example of approach-avoidance conflict.

Quiz 14: A: Stress, Coping, and Health