Mikaela and Benson both completed the Social Readjustment Rating Scale and both scored 215, which places them in the "moderate life crisis" range. Mikaela has experienced some health problems, probably due to the stress, but Benson hasn't. What's the best explanation for the difference in their responses?
A. Mikaela and Benson are at different life stages, with Mikaela still in college and Benson a young adult with a spouse and two kids.
B. Mikaela had a few major life events that were high in life change units, whereas Benson had a lot of life events that were low in life change units.
C. More of the changes in Mikaela's life were unexpected and unwanted, whereas more of the changes in Benson's life were things he wanted or could control.
D. Mikaela and Benson are different genders, and women are more likely to perceive stress than men are.
Answer: C
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