Gina smokes two packs of cigarettes a day, but lately she has begun to think seriously about quitting. According to the transtheoretical model, Gina is in the _____ stage.
A) precontemplation
B) contemplation
C) action
D) maintenance

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According to the transtheoretical model, the stages of change for behavior include precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance. In the contemplation stage, individuals are considering the possibility of change but have not yet taken any concrete steps to change their behavior. As Gina is seriously thinking about quitting smoking, but has not yet taken any action, she is in the contemplation stage.

Gina Smokes Two Packs of Cigarettes a Day, but Lately