Janet is studying for the SAT exam. It is in two days. The SAT is an example of
A) stress.
B) an acute stressor.
C) a chronic stressor.
D) distress

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The SAT is an acute stressor because it is a specific event that has a defined endpoint (in this case, two days away). It is not a chronic stressor because it is not an ongoing or constant stressor. It is also not necessarily distress, as some individuals may find it motivating or even exciting.

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