Adam is very frustrated because another customer at the bar is talking to the woman with whom Adam was just dancing. According to Berkowitz's reformulation of the frustration-aggression hypothesis, which of the following factors makes Adam unlikely to lash out in a physically aggressive manner?
A) Adam already has a criminal charge for assault.
B) The other man is much larger and clearly stronger than Adam.
C) The woman makes it clear that she is not interested in Adam.
D) Adam is alone and has no friends to back him up.

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Berkowitz's reformulation of the frustration-aggression hypothesis suggests that aggression is more likely when individuals feel capable of harming the source of their frustration without significant risk to themselves. The presence of a much larger and stronger man would likely deter Adam from acting aggressively due to the perceived high risk of retaliation or injury.

Adam Is Very Frustrated Because Another Customer at the Bar