Gracie learned that she did not get a promotion at work because she did not have enough completed projects. If she chooses to engage in problem-focused coping to deal with this stressor, she will _____.

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Problem-focused coping involves taking active steps to address the problem causing the stressor. In this case, working to complete more projects would directly address the reason Gracie did not get the promotion and is therefore the best choice. Talking to a friend or drinking alcohol is an example of emotion-focused coping, which does not directly address the problem at hand. Quitting her job would be an extreme and potentially harmful response to this stressor.

Gracie Learned That She Did Not Get a Promotion at Work