Bob Has Tried Diet Programs in the Past but Has

question 85

Multiple Choice

Bob has tried diet programs in the past but has had trouble maintaining his diet plan when he goes away on business trips and has to eat at restaurants. Which of the following is an example of how he could deal with this problem using problem-solving training

• A) Not worrying about it. A few days off his diet is no big deal.
• B) Decide to fast during business trips.
• C) Asking the wait staff at the restaurant how foods are prepared and selecting low-calorie ingredients and preparation methods.
• D) Exercise more immediately prior to and following business trips.

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