Bargaining is the ___ stage of Kubler-Ross' Five Stages of Grief.

• A. First stage
• B. Second stage
• C. Third stage
• D. Fourth stage

Answer: (C)

Bargaining is the third stage in Kubler-Ross's five stages of grief, where a person may bargain for more time or relief by making promises in exchange for a change in circumstances. The typical sequence runs denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance, though people often move back and forth between stages rather than following a strict order. Recognizing bargaining as the third stage helps you understand why someone might focus on "if only" scenarios or promises as a way to cope with an impossible situation. This awareness guides empathetic support and appropriate responses.