Mark is comparing two jobs. One pays $70,000 per year, but will be very stressful. The other pays $60,000, but will be less stressful. According to research presented in your text on Money Matters, Mark will ____.
A) unambiguously prefer the $70,000 job
B) unambiguously prefer the $60,000 job
C) decide to take the 70,000 job even though he recognizes the $60,000 job would probably make him happier
D) decide to take the $60,000 job even though he recognizes the $70,000 job would probably make him happier

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Research suggests that while people often believe more money will make them happier, they may choose higher-paying jobs despite knowing that less stressful, lower-paying jobs might lead to greater happiness.

Mark Is Comparing Two Jobs