The near consensus among social psychologists is that

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The statement "venting to reduce anger is like using gasoline to put out a fire" reflects the near consensus among social psychologists that catharsis through venting anger is not an effective way to reduce aggression. In fact, expressing anger may often exacerbate negative emotions rather than reducing them. Therefore, option D is the correct answer.  Options A, B, and C are incorrect as they present alternative views that are not consistent with the near consensus among social psychologists.

The near Consensus Among Social Psychologists Is That