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

question 197

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:

Disconfirming Data

Information or evidence that challenges or contradicts established beliefs or theories.

Group Morality

The shared ethical or moral principles that govern the behavior and actions of individuals within a group or society.

Self-Censorship

The act of withholding one's opinions or expressions due to fear of offending others or facing negative consequences.

Direct Pressure

The influence exerted by individuals or groups to encourage a specific behavior or action, often through explicit requests or commands.