Why do collective strains such as those mentioned by Agnew increase the likelihood of terrorism?
A) It makes people feel better to take justice into their own hands.
B) Collective strains decrease the value of life in those strained. They usually turn to violence and engage in war against the military.
C) Though the collective strains don't have an impact the ability to legally and militarily cope, the strained individuals decide to seek other methods of relieving their strains.
D) Collective strains lead to strong negative emotional states and traits like anger, humiliation, and hopelessness.

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Collective strains lead to strong negative emotional states such as anger, humiliation, and hopelessness, which can increase the likelihood of terrorism as individuals or groups seek to address or avenge the sources of their strain.

Why Do Collective Strains Such as Those Mentioned by Agnew