According to Lazarus and Folkman,our first task when faced with a potential stressor is to determine whether it is a challenge or threat.This evaluation is referred to as
A)primary appraisal.
B)secondary appraisal.
C)a daily hassle appraisal.
D)a social readjustment rating.

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Lazarus and Folkman's model of stress suggests that the first step in appraising a stressor is to evaluate it as either a challenge or threat. This is referred to as primary appraisal. Secondary appraisal involves evaluating one's ability to cope with the stressor. Daily hassle appraisal and social readjustment rating are different measures of stress.

According to Lazarus and Folkman,our First Task When Faced with a Potential