Working a second job to pay off credit cards is an example of:
a) problem-focused coping.
b) emotion-focused coping.
c) distraction.
d) reappraisal.
ANS: A, Problem-focused coping is aimed at reducing the impact of a stressor as in the case of the example of credit card bills.
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