When an individual is taking steps to modify his or her behavior to solve a problem, he or she is considered to be in what stage?

action

Explanation:

According to Prochaska and Norcross, change is not a linear progression through different stages, but five stages people move through in a spiral pattern: pre-contemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance.

Action is the stage in which people change their behavior to solve a problem. Action requires the strongest commitment of time and effort, and the results tend to be the most visible and externally recognized.

i bought a new phone

explanation:

i will send you the money when i get back from lunch

it would be d). more resources must be obtained to attain that combination of goods and services