Earl works in an office where his office mate smokes. This irritates and frustrates Earl. Which of the following behaviors is an example of problem-focused coping?

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Putting in a filter and opening a window is an action-oriented approach to directly address the problem of second-hand smoke in the office. This is an example of problem-focused coping. B is an example of emotion-focused coping as Earl is trying to empathize with his office mate rather than finding a solution to the problem. C is also an example of emotion-focused coping as relaxation techniques help manage the frustration, but do not address the source of the problem. D is not a helpful coping strategy as it interferes with work and does not lead to a resolution of the problem.

Earl Works in an Office Where His Office Mate Smokes