Which term matches the definition: Strategies to manage stress or frustration?

• A. Wise People
• B. Coping Mechanism
• C. Prefixes
• D. Metaphor

Answer: (B)

Coping mechanisms are the ways people handle stress or frustration. They are strategies or actions (and the thoughts behind them) that aim to reduce emotional distress or solve a problem caused by stress. Examples include taking deep breaths, talking with someone, exercising, planning steps to tackle a task, or seeking support. These are practical tools for managing feelings and outcomes, which fits the definition of strategies to handle stress.

Other terms don’t describe this idea. Wise People points to individuals, not a process; Prefixes are linguistic elements at the start of words; Metaphor is a figure of speech. Therefore, coping mechanism best matches the concept.