The Tendency to Perceive Hostile Intent in the Actions of Others

question 31

Multiple Choice

The tendency to perceive hostile intent in the actions of others is called

• A) aggression cultivation.
• B) emotional aggression.
• C) excitation transfer.
• D) the hostile attribution bias.

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Definitions:

Circular

Having the shape or form of a circle; often implies a process or situation that ends where it originally began, creating a loop.

Recursive

Pertaining to a process that repeats itself in a self-similar way, often used in mathematics and computer science to describe functions or algorithms that call themselves.

Furthering Knowing

The process of continuously seeking and acquiring deeper understanding and insights in a particular field or discipline.

In the Moment

A state of being fully engaged and present in the current situation, often emphasized in mindfulness practices.