In Stressful Circumstances, Optimists Are More Likely Than Pessimists to

question 18

Multiple Choice

In stressful circumstances, optimists are more likely than pessimists to

• A) be realistic about the situation.
• B) decline any offers of social support.
• C) use their most effective defense mechanisms.
• D) engage in action-oriented, problem-focused coping.

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Definitions:

Introspection

The examination or observation of one's own emotional and mental processes.

Dismissed

The act of being sent away or rejected, often used in legal, professional, or educational contexts to indicate termination or exclusion.

Observable Behavior

Actions or reactions of an individual that can be seen or measured directly, without needing to infer internal states or processes.

Inner Sensations

Experiences or feelings that originate within oneself, often pertaining to one's body or emotions, that are not externally stimulated.