Which of the following is an example of "going amok"?
A) A Native American, possessed by spirits, begins wailing and throwing himself at a wall.
B) In Ukraine, a woman in a religious trance races into the streets screaming obscenities.
C) In Japan, a man suddenly develops a fear that his penis will withdraw into his body.
D) In the Philippines, a brooding man suddenly goes on a murderous rampage.

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"Going amok" specifically refers to a sudden outburst of violent behavior, often resulting in murder or suicide. Option D describes a man going on a murderous rampage, which fits the definition of "going amok." Options A, B, and C refer to behavior that may be seen as abnormal or disturbing, but do not necessarily involve violence.

Which of the Following Is an Example of "Going Amok