Question

James lost his job and was not able to make his rent. His frustration built up to the point that he initiated a physical fight with a friend. James is displaying __________

A) proactive aggression
B) impulsive aggression
C) hostile aggression
D) reactive aggression

Answer 1

James is displaying reactive aggression.

Step-by-step explanation:

James is displaying reactive aggression. Reactive aggression occurs when an individual responds to a perceived threat or provocation with aggression. In this case, James's frustration from losing his job and not being able to make his rent led him to initiate a physical fight with his friend as a result of the built-up frustration.