Kim is yelling at her husband "I don't know why you are so angry with me." However, her husband has not yet said anything to her, and even greeted her with a smile and flowers when she got home. Kim is exhibiting
A)reaction formation.
B)projection.
C)displacement.
D)sublimation.

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Kim is exhibiting projection, which is a defense mechanism where an individual attributes their own unacceptable thoughts, feelings, or motives to another person. In this case, Kim is attributing her own anger to her husband, even though he has not displayed any anger towards her.

Kim Is Yelling at Her Husband "I Don't Know Why