Wanting to eat but not wanting to gain weight is an example of a(n) _____ conflict.
A)approach-approach
B)avoidance-avoidance
C)approach-avoidance
D)multiple approach-avoidance

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This is an example of approach-avoidance conflict because there is a desire to approach the pleasure of eating, but also an avoidance of the potential consequence of gaining weight. Approach-approach conflict involves choosing between two desirable options, avoidance-avoidance conflict involves choosing between two undesirable options, and multiple approach-avoidance conflict involves choosing between multiple options that have both positive and negative aspects.

Wanting to Eat but Not Wanting to Gain Weight Is