Jake's Girlfriend Just Broke Up with Him and Jake Does

question 146

Multiple Choice

Jake's girlfriend just broke up with him and Jake does not appear to be upset at all.Jake keeps talking about the strength of character he has developed and the interesting way in which his girlfriend decided to break up with him.Jake may be employing the ______________ defense mechanism.

• A)intellectualization
• B)denial
• C)sublimation
• D)projection

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Definitions:

Maximal Muscle Strength

The greatest force that a muscle or muscle group can exert in a single effort.

Restricted Mobility

A limitation on a person's ability to move freely, which can be due to physical, neurological, or environmental factors.

Body Balance

Refers to the ability of the body to maintain its center of gravity within its base of support, essential for movement and preventing falls.

Contractures

The permanent tightening of muscle, tendons, skin, or other tissues, leading to decreased mobility.