Two employees in the same job face the same stressors each day,yet one shows signs of distress while the other does not.This difference occurs because:
A)the low-stress employee might perceive the stressors as less of a threat.
B)the high-stress employee might be less physically and mentally fit and therefore has a lower threshold of resistance to stress.
C)the high-stress employee might be using ineffective strategies to cope with the consequences of stress.
D)All of these statements explain the different reactions by these two people.
E)None of these statements explain the different reactions by these two people.

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All of these statements could contribute to the difference in reactions between the two employees. It is possible that the low-stress employee perceives the stressors as less threatening or is using effective coping strategies, while the high-stress employee may be less physically and mentally fit or using ineffective coping strategies. All of these factors could play a role in how individuals respond to stressors.

Two Employees in the Same Job Face the Same Stressors