A disturbing example of _____ aggression is the finding that unemployment and divorce are associated with increased child abuse.
A)displaced
B)suppressed
C)projected
D)repressed

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Displaced aggression refers to the redirection of aggressive behavior towards a target other than the source of the frustration. In this case, the frustration of unemployment and/or divorce may lead individuals to direct their aggression towards their children, who are often the most vulnerable and accessible targets.

A Disturbing Example of _____ Aggression Is the Finding That