Kirby and Marsha Are College Students

question 39

Multiple Choice

Kirby and Marsha are college students.Kirby is always complaining about her class load and says she feels constantly fatigued.Although Marsha has a heavier class load and works part-time, Marsha rarely complains and does not appear as fatigued as Kirby.Which of the following statements is most likely TRUE?

• A)Marsha is really more stressed than Kirby but is hiding it.
• B)Kirby is making up her fatigue and is only experiencing eustress.
• C)Kirby will experience more stress than Marsha because of her perceived lack of control.
• D)Neither Marsha nor Kirby are really showing signs of stress.

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