Looking at humor from a functional viewpoint,jokes
A)are often used to safely express potentially disruptive sentiments.
B)are often used to relieve tension in an uncomfortable situation.
C)can be used as a form of tact,stating,"Hey,it was only a joke!"
D)All of these responses are correct.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Jokes can serve multiple functions, including safely expressing potentially disruptive sentiments, relieving tension in uncomfortable situations, and serving as a form of tact or excuse. Therefore, all of the options are correct.

Looking at Humor from a Functional Viewpoint,jokes