After a tragic event, like Hurricane Katrina, people often make jokes about the tragedy. Freud might explain this behavior in terms of
A) denial.
B) symbolic expression of hostility.
C) reaction formation.
D) tension reduction.

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Freud might explain this behavior as a way to reduce tension and anxiety associated with the tragic event by using humor as a coping mechanism.

After a Tragic Event, Like Hurricane Katrina, People Often Make