Which of the following defense mechanisms involves substituting a less-threatening object or person for the original object of a sexual or aggressive impulse?
A)displacement
B)projection
C)rationalization
D)sublimation

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Displacement involves redirecting one's impulses (usually aggressive or sexual) from the original target to a less-threatening target. This is often done unconsciously as a defense mechanism.

Which of the Following Defense Mechanisms Involves Substituting a Less-Threatening