The case of Bob Carter, as presented in your textbook, is important because it shows
a. that Bob is destined for another heart attack since he declined counseling.
b. that stress and lifestyle are more important factors in heart attacks than genetic or physiological factors.
c. that complex interactions between behavioral choices and outside stressors impact a person's health.
d. that Bob's combination of genetic, behavioral, and personality factors made his heart attack inevitable.
Answer: c.
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A) Spears B) Milgram C) Asch D) Zimbardo
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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