Which of the Following Is an Example of an Avoidance-Avoidance

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of an avoidance-avoidance conflict?

• A) A person who enjoys the ocean has to choose between retiring in the Bahamas or in Tahiti.
• B) A student has to decide whether to turn in an unfinished paper and receive a failing grade or hand it in late and lose many points.
• C) A person has to choose between wanting to eat some cake but not wanting the calories.
• D) A person who loves chocolate must choose between eating chocolate cake or chocolate ice cream.

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Definitions:

Sexual Orientation

An enduring pattern of emotional, romantic, or sexual attractions to men, women, or both sexes. Sexual orientation also refers to a person's sense of identity based on those attractions, related behaviors, and membership in a community of others who share those attractions.

Genetic

Relating to genes or heredity, the study of how traits are passed from parents to offspring through DNA.

Unconscious Processes

Mental processes that occur without conscious awareness, influencing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Belongingness Need

A fundamental human motivation to be an accepted member of a group, whether it's friends, family, or within a larger community.