Patrick's bike swerves, and he accidentally runs over Austin's backpack.Austin becomes very angry and tells Patrick, "You meant to do that" and then hits Patrick.Based on Dodge's theory, which type of aggressor is Austin?

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Austin is a reactive aggressor because his aggression is a response to Patrick's action, which he perceived as hostile, even though it was accidental. Reactive aggression is characterized by an emotional response to a perceived threat or provocation.

Patrick's Bike Swerves, and He Accidentally Runs Over Austin's Backpack