The Buffering and Direct-Effects Hypotheses Make DIFFERENT Predictions Regarding the Effects

question 19

Multiple Choice

The buffering and direct-effects hypotheses make DIFFERENT predictions regarding the effects of social support when stress is ______.

• A) low
• B) moderate
• C) high
• D) either low or high

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