After their home in California is damaged during an earthquake, a couple looks into the federal loan programs to help them rebuild. Their behavior is an example of ________________
A) negative affectivity
B) positive psychology
C) emotional coping
D) a problem-solving approach
Answer: D
Rationale: A problem-solving approach is a coping technique in which people define the problem and work towards a solution. In this example, the couples are trying to find a way to repair their house to alleviate their stress. Positive psychology is an area of study, not a coping strategy.
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