Imagine That You Have Just Flunked a Class

question 171

Multiple Choice

Imagine that you have just flunked a class. You evaluate this situation and decide that flunking a class is stressful and important enough to be upset about. Next you decide to repeat the class in summer school. You have made __________

• A) a primary appraisal only.
• B) both a primary and a secondary appraisal.
• C) a stress-related decision.
• D) a hassle-related decision.

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Definitions:

Peers

Children of the same age. More generally, people of similar background and social standing.

Middle Childhood

A developmental stage spanning from approximately 6 to 12 years of age, marked by significant cognitive, emotional, and social growth.

Parents

Primary caregivers of a child, responsible for providing support, affection, and guidance to promote the child's development and well-being.

Workforce Commitment

The level of loyalty, involvement, and motivation a worker has toward their job and organization.