Joy reads a note on her desk which says, "Joy, come to my office immediately. Signed, The Boss." Joy immediately interprets this message as a threat to her job and her livelihood, and is not sure she can deal with it. What does Joy's interpretation exemplify?
A) coping
B) an appraisal
C) stagnation
D) filial obligation

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Joy's interpretation of the note as a threat to her job and livelihood demonstrates an appraisal, which is the process of interpreting and evaluating a situation based on its perceived significance and potential consequences. Coping refers to the strategies an individual uses to manage or deal with stress, stagnation is a state of inactivity or lack of progress, and filial obligation refers to a sense of duty or responsibility towards one's parents or family. None of these concepts accurately describe Joy's interpretation of the note.

Joy Reads a Note on Her Desk Which Says, "Joy