After getting into a physical altercation with a co-worker at his job site,George tailgates two cars on the drive home and throws a cell phone at his wife when he arrives home to find that dinner is not ready.The above scenario is an example of
A) excitation transfer theory.
B) weapons effect.
C) road rage.
D) rumination.

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Excitation transfer theory explains how arousal from one situation can carry over to affect behavior in another situation. George's aggressive behavior after the altercation at work is an example of this, as the arousal from the physical altercation influences his aggressive driving and interaction with his wife.

After Getting into a Physical Altercation with a Co-Worker at His