Upon being told of her father's death, the daughter cries out, "No! Oh, God, no!" What stage of grief is the daughter in?
a. Anger
b. Bargaining
c. Denial
d. Prayer
ANS: C
The daughter is exhibiting signs of denial, which is commonly one of the first stages of grief.
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