Question

309. Which example best illustrates the adaptation level theory?

(A) Michelle takes her mother's inheritance for granted.
(B) Regina has so much to do with so little free time to do it in.
(C) Natasha hired another assistant to help lessen her workload.
(D) Cathryn lost her brand-new wallet and bought a more expensive one.
(E) Alexis sold her engagement ring to send her son to college.

Answer 1

The adaptation level theory states that individuals judge the current situation based on their previous experiences and the standard they have become accustomed to. option c is anwer

Step-by-step explanation:

The adaptation level theory states that individuals judge the current situation based on their previous experiences and the standard they have become accustomed to. Among the given examples, option C best illustrates the adaptation level theory. Natasha hired another assistant to help lessen her workload. By doing so, Natasha is adjusting her environment to accommodate her previous experience and standard of workload.

In this example, Michelle's lack of gratitude or acknowledgement of the inheritance suggests that she has adapted to this level of financial security and it no longer has a significant impact on her happiness or satisfaction. option c is anwer