The defence mechanism in which people attribute their own undesirable traits to others is called
A) projection.
B) sublimation.
C) rationalization.
D) denial.

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Projection is a defence mechanism in which people unconsciously attribute their own undesirable or unwanted thoughts, feelings, or characteristics onto other people, so they can avoid acknowledging these traits in themselves. For example, a person who struggles with anger management might project their anger onto others and accuse them of being angry or aggressive, even when they are not.

The Defence Mechanism in Which People Attribute Their Own Undesirable