John has just failed a chemistry test.He goes back to his apartment and criticizes his roommate's choice of music.Which of the following terms best describes John's behavior?
A)institutionalized aggression
B)just-world action
C)displaced aggression
D)authoritarian regression

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Displaced aggression refers to the redirection of negative emotions or behavior toward a target other than the source of frustration or anger. In this case, John is angry about failing his test but instead of expressing his anger toward the source of his frustration, he redirects it toward his roommate and criticizes his choice of music.

John Has Just Failed a Chemistry Test