Adaptation __________.
A) cannot be explained in the terminology of positive psychology
B) keeps people from being happy
C) causes us to grow accustomed to events and return to our happiness set point
D) is a weak force in humans

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Adaptation refers to the psychological phenomenon wherein people grow accustomed to events or changes in their lives, thereby returning to their earlier levels of happiness. This means that even if one experiences a significant positive event, such as winning the lottery, their happiness levels may eventually return to their prior state. This adjustment process is a well-documented phenomenon in positive psychology.