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Question

The degree to which one can control an event _______ the stress and inability to predict the occurrence of an event usually ______ the stress.

The correct answer is
decreases, increases

Control Over Events Decreases Stress

Understanding how perceived control influences stress is key. When individuals feel they can influence or manage an event, their stress levels tend to decrease.

Unpredictability Increases Stress

Conversely, the inability to predict an event fosters uncertainty and anxiety. This lack of predictability usually increases stress levels.

Applying Concepts to the Sentence

Analyzing the sentence structure:

  • The degree of control over an event logically decreases stress.
  • The inability to predict an event characteristically increases stress.

Thus, the correct sequence for the blanks is "decreases, increases".

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