Carol and Jess,both Senior Management Majors,have Been Studying Together for the GMAT

question 115

Multiple Choice

Carol and Jess,both senior management majors,have been studying together for the GMAT (Graduate Management Admissions Test) .The test is tomorrow and the results may determine whether or not they are admitted to a top quality MBA program.The following exchange occurs.Jess says,"I am not worried about this test.We have done our preparation work and I am sure we will do fine." Carol responds,"I don't see how you can be so relaxed.I am a nervous wreck.This is it--the real thing.I'm afraid I might blow it.I can hardly concentrate....my throat is so dry....and my hands are trembling." The different responses to this stressor on the part of Carol and Jess are probably the result of:

• A) individual differences
• B) differences in social support
• C) mental ability
• D) reinforcement

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