Being offered a higher paying job whose responsibilities entail unwanted demands on one's personal time is an example of __________.
A)avoidance-avoidance conflict
B)approach-approach conflict
C)approach-avoidance conflict
D)retreat-retreat conflict
E)avoidance-approach conflict

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This is an example of approach-avoidance conflict, where there are both positive and negative aspects to the decision. The higher pay is seen as positive, but the unwanted demands on personal time are seen as negative. The individual is being pulled towards the job for the monetary benefits but pushed away due to the demands on their personal life.

Being Offered a Higher Paying Job Whose Responsibilities Entail Unwanted