Marriage Is Sometimes Perceived as a Unique Stressor

question 41

Multiple Choice

Marriage is sometimes perceived as a unique stressor. On one hand, you have many good aspects such as finding that special someone, long-term commitment, and sometimes even combined incomes. On the other hand, there is a perceived loss of independence, a sense of finality, and the fear of "what if this isn't the right one?" Therefore, marriage may be seen as an example of a(n) __________ conflict.

• A) approach-avoidance
• B) avoidance-avoidance
• C) approach-approach
• D) double approach-avoidance

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Definitions:

Indentured Servants

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African Slaves

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Slave Society

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Interchangeable

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