Relational Aggression Refers to

question 55

Multiple Choice

Relational aggression refers to

• A) an act of physical aggression intended to enhance a person's social standing or relationship.
• B) an act of verbal aggression intended to enhance a person's social standing or relationship.
• C) an act of physical or verbal aggression intended to enhance a person's social standing or relationship.
• D) an act of physical or verbal aggression intended to harm a person's social standing or relationship.

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