Which Defence Mechanism Is Being Referred To: Shifting an Emotional

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which defence mechanism is being referred to: shifting an emotional experience to a safer person or object.

• A) Sublimation
• B) Projection
• C) Rationalization
• D) Reaction formation
• E) Displacement

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Definitions:

Deductive

A logical process wherein a conclusion is based on the concordance of multiple premises that are generally assumed to be true.

Ideological Reasoning

The practice of interpreting or justifying events, decisions, or actions based on a set of beliefs or ideological principles.

Critical Thinker

A person who actively questions assumptions, evaluates evidence, and assesses conclusions logically.

Ideological Beliefs

Strongly held systems of ideas and ideals, especially those that form the basis of economic or political theories and policies.