Sally learns that she did not get a promotion at work because she does not have enough completed projects. If she chooses to engage in problem-focused coping to deal with this stressor, Sally will _____.
A) talk to a friend
B) drink a glass of alcohol
C) work to complete more projects
D) quit her job

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Problem-focused coping involves taking active steps to resolve the stressor. In this case, Sally's stressor is not having enough completed projects, so the best way to cope would be to work to complete more projects to increase her chances of getting promoted in the future. Talking to a friend or quitting her job would not directly address the stressor, and drinking alcohol is not a healthy coping mechanism.

Sally Learns That She Did Not Get a Promotion at Work