According to Freud, presenting angry people with hostile humor should
A) lead to an increase in aggression.
B) lead to a cathartic release of tension and an increase in aggression.
C) lead to a cathartic release of tension and a decrease in aggression.
D) increase anger but not aggression.

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According to Freud's theory of catharsis, humor that is hostile or aggressive in nature can help release tension and reduce aggression in an individual. Therefore, presenting angry people with hostile humor should lead to a cathartic release of tension and a decrease in aggression.

According to Freud, Presenting Angry People with Hostile Humor Should