Margaret is experiencing great stress as she is preparing to undergo an annual evaluation of her performance at work. Who is the best person to provide social support to counteract this stressor?
A) Margaret's boss.
B) Margaret's co-workers who will have some input on the evaluation.
C) Margaret's neighbor who works in a different industry.
D) Margaret's best friend who works for a competing company in a similar position.
E) Margaret's clients who assure her they have put in a good word.
Answer: C
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