Tracy, a special education teacher, and her friend Aaron, a computer programmer, watch a a child throws a tantrum in a store. Aaron is annoyed at the disruption whereas Tracy is more empathetic. Tracy and Aaron's reaction to the child's outburst may be due to their different
A) genders.
B) interpersonal needs.
C) occupations.
D) frames of reference.

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Tracy and Aaron's different reactions to the child's tantrum are likely due to their different individual frames of reference. This refers to their unique perspectives and experiences, which shape their beliefs, values, and expectations. Tracy's experience as a special education teacher may have given her greater awareness and understanding of children's behavior, leading her to react with more empathy towards the child throwing a tantrum. On the other hand, Aaron's experience as a computer programmer may not have provided him with the same exposure to children's behavior, leading him to react with annoyance instead.

Tracy, a Special Education Teacher, and Her Friend Aaron, a Computer