Which defense mechanism is correctly matched with its definition?

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Displacement involves redirecting an unacceptable feeling from a threatening individual to a less threatening one, such as yelling at a family member instead of a boss who caused anger.

Answer: B
 Sublimation refers to the process of redirecting unacceptable impulses into more socially acceptable behaviors or activities, such as painting to express anger instead of physically lashing out.

Answer: C
 Projection is when an individual attributes their own unacceptable thoughts or behaviors to someone else, such as accusing a friend of being selfish when the individual themselves is acting selfishly.

Answer: D
 Rationalization involves creating reasonable excuses or justifications for unacceptable feelings, thoughts, or behaviors, such as saying it's okay to cheat on a test because everyone else does it.

Which Defense Mechanism Is Correctly Matched with Its Definition