LeRoy is listening to a story about a great American hero. This hero went through incredible odds and endured tremendous stress. Knowing what you do about stress, what personality trait did this hero undoubtedly possess that protected him from the harmful effects of stress?
A. autonomy
B. extroversion
C. external locus of control
D. hardiness
Answer: D
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