The weapons effect tends to only be observed:

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The weapons effect refers to the tendency for the presence of weapons to increase aggression and hostility in individuals. This effect is often observed when individuals are angry or aroused (such as in a heated argument or when provoked). Therefore, choice D (when the participant is angry) is the best answer. The other options (A - when the participant is in a good mood, B - if the participant has low self-esteem, and C - under conditions of cognitive load) are not supported by research on the weapons effect.

The Weapons Effect Tends to Only Be Observed