Which of the following correctly defines the defense mechanism of displacement
A)An impulse is redirected from the source of anxiety to a more acceptable source.
B)Unacceptable impulses are channeled into socially acceptable activities
C)Unacceptable impulses are expressed as their opposites
D)Unacceptable impulses are attributed to others

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Displacement involves redirecting emotional impulses from a primary target (which might cause conflict or anxiety) to a secondary, more acceptable or less threatening target. This can help an individual manage their feelings without directly confronting the source of their distress.

Which of the Following Correctly Defines the Defense Mechanism of Displacement