According to "intolerance of uncertainty theory," those with generalized anxiety disorder are:
A) likely to have difficulty tolerating the knowledge that a negative event may occur.
B) likely to underestimate the chances that any positive event will occur.
C) only able to tolerate uncertainty in mildly threatening events.
D) only able to tolerate uncertainty in severely threatening events.

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The intolerance of uncertainty theory suggests that individuals with generalized anxiety disorder have difficulty tolerating the knowledge that a negative event may occur, leading to excessive worry and anxiety. Therefore, choice A is the correct answer. Choices B, C, and D are not supported by the theory.

According to "Intolerance of Uncertainty Theory," Those with Generalized Anxiety