Malcolm is driving to work on the interstate when a truck cuts in front of him.Malcolm slams on the brakes and avoids an accident.His heart is racing and he feels relief and anger simultaneously.In this instance,the stressor is

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The truck cutting in front of Malcolm is the stressor because it triggered his physical and emotional response. The other options, such as the interstate, Malcolm's pounding heart, and his anger, are simply reactions to the stressor.

Malcolm Is Driving to Work on the Interstate When a Truck