A(n) ___________ coping strategy is more suited to situations with identifiable solutions. In contrast, a(n) ___________ coping strategy is more suited to situations without clear solutions
A) negative; positive
B) positive; negative
C) emotional; problem-solving
D) problem-solving; emotional
Answer: D
Rationale: A problem-solving approach is a coping technique in which people define the problem and work towards a solution. However, emotional coping is probably better suited to dealing with an issue such as the loss of a loved one, where there is no clear solution, and the stress must be managed on an emotional level.
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