Which of the Following Is Most Likely to Be a "Cobra

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is most likely to be a "cobra" abuser

• A) Tom, whose arousal level increases dramatically during an argument. He eventually becomes so enraged that he hits someone.
• B) Jim, whose arousal level decreases during an argument. He calmly waits and uses violence when ready.
• C) Bob, who withholds all emotion during an argument until he explodes with rage. He becomes violent and then immediately returns to baseline.
• D) Sam, whose arousal level remains constant. He uses violence before an argument progresses, to keep other people "in line."

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