HMS, TIP EQ-Bank 362 MC

An individual tennis player and a group sport athlete both experience high stress levels before competition. Which factor would most likely create different stress management needs between these athletes?

Both require identical stress management as competition pressure affects all athletes equally
Individual athletes face greater isolation while group athletes have teammate support systems
Group sport athletes experience more financial pressure than individual competitors
Individual sports create less media attention compared to team-based competitions

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\(B\)

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B is correct: Individual athletes must manage stress independently while group athletes can benefit from team support networks.

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A is incorrect: Different sporting contexts create varying stress experiences requiring tailored management approaches.
C is incorrect: Financial pressures vary by sport level and sponsorship rather than individual versus group format.
D is incorrect: Media attention depends on sport popularity and athlete profile rather than competition format.