Question : What is stress?
Option 1: A physical illness
Option 2: A response to an external threat
Option 3: A positive emotional state
Option 4: A type of psychological disorder
Correct Answer: A response to an external threat
Solution : Stress is a response to an external threat or challenge, which can be psychological or physical in nature.



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