Passive aggression occurs when
A) we appear to be agreeable, but then act in a subtle, covert aggressive manner.
B) we refuse to acknowledge that a problem exists.
C) we minimize the importance of a problem.
D) either we or the other party use status to intimidate.

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Passive aggression is characterized by appearing agreeable on the surface, but then acting in a subtle, covert aggressive manner. This can include things like subtle put-downs, backhanded compliments, or intentionally withholding information or cooperation. Refusing to acknowledge or minimizing the importance of a problem is not necessarily passive aggressive, but could be a form of denial or minimization. Using status to intimidate is not necessarily passive aggressive either, but could be a form of overt aggression.

Passive Aggression Occurs When