If Laura is aggressive and someone bumps into her, what is most likely her response?

A) Cognitively, she is more likely to assume that the bump is harmful.
B) She is likely to wait and see what the other child does next.
C) She will probably do nothing, as bumps are accidental.
D) It depends upon where the children are when the bump occurs.

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Courtney Allen · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Aggressive individuals are more likely to interpret ambiguous situations, such as being bumped into, as hostile or harmful. This cognitive bias towards assuming negative intent can lead to more aggressive responses.

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