Brandi has just been given a new project to work on that will require a lot of overtime but is directly related to her MBA research thesis. Brandi is experiencing ______.
A) performance stress
B) challenge-related stress
C) Goal stress
D) hindrance-related stress

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Challenge-related stress occurs when one perceives the demands of a situation as an opportunity for growth and learning. In this case, Brandi is experiencing stress due to the large amount of overtime required but is also excited about the project as it is directly related to her MBA research, indicating that she sees it as a challenge rather than a hindrance.

Brandi Has Just Been Given a New Project to Work