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What is the difference between a physical and mental tight corner? - English

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What is the difference between a physical and mental tight corner?

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Physical tight corners are those situations that threaten the lives of an individual. Mental tight corners are worries for which no solution is in sight. It upsets the individuals and confounds them.

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Chapter 4.1: Tight Corners - Exercise 2 [Page 109]

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Chapter 4.1 Tight Corners
Exercise 2 | Q 2. b) | Page 109

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