Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of Reaction Formation,a

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of reaction formation,a defense mechanism?

• A)People attribute their own unacceptable qualities onto others.
• B)People exhibit behavior that is exactly opposite of what is expected of them.
• C)People generate acceptable reasons for outcomes that might otherwise appear socially unacceptable.
• D)People redirect a threatening impulse from its original source to a nonthreatening target.

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Definitions:

Tort of Intrusion

A legal wrong that occurs when someone intentionally intrudes upon the solitude or private affairs of another without permission, causing harm or distress.

Eavesdrops

The act of secretly listening to the private conversation of others without their consent.

Unauthorized

Actions or activities that lack official permission or approval, often resulting in a breach of rules or laws.

Intentional Torts

Legal actions that arise from intentional actions causing harm, such as assault, battery, and defamation.